Locomotives of the Western Pacific - A Photo Story of Steam

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Locomotives of the Western Pacific - A Photo Story of Steam
Submitted for your perusal,
Locomotives of  the Western Pacific - A Photo Story of Steam.
A forgotten gem dedicated to the late great Western Pacific Railroad. This volume covers every major class of WP steam engines. Has an interesting set up. Has thirty or so full page (9x6") images with no captions to crowd out the portrait. Kind of like looking at a family album. The section that precedes it is sort of like an appendix. It lists the engine number and a background history. So just enjoy the image, remember the engine number and look up its trivia or special details. The rest of the book takes the classic route and shows a variety of locos in various duties in different parts of the system. It obviously tries to cover everything.
Produced in the early 1950's, it gives a period perspective of the last of steam on the WP. Curiously, the author/photographer takes no bows as he shows no by-line or photo credits. However, buried on page 34, you'll find out who to thank. Who is it? Guess, or buy it to find out!
The cover is problematic. It has some stains and wear. You'll forget all about it when you see the marvelous images inside. The interior pages are in fine shape. You can't get these images online. Yes, the auction price is a little high. But it's tough to raise money with donated books when there are usually twenty copies of the same thing up for bid at the same time. This time, we're all by ourselves. Stick around. We
might
have to reduce the price later. WP fans, this is a must-have.
¡Simón!
This sale will benefit the pandemic "blanket partied" Pacific Railroad Museum operated by the Pacific Railroad Society a 501(c)(3) non profit corporation.
After close of auction, this item will ship on the following Tuesday. Thanx for looking!