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A brief history and fine sampling of current Chinese railroads in many parts of the country includin...
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A brief history and fine sampling of current Chinese railroads in many parts of the country including the harsh, nearly impossible terrain in the south, the Silk Road, the Gobi Desert. Whitehouse made most of the photos, of which all are in color saving a few historic shots. He and his daughter and co-author, Maggy, cover the subject well with special attention to the old and brand-new steam locomotives, diesels, the construction of the roads, and a bit of background on the regions and people served. No bibliography (saving only the photo credit references). A large (9.5x12
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