February 26, 2010

The Train: A Photographic History

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The Train: A Photographic History
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The Competitive Advantage of High Speed Rail: Airport and Station Accessibility as a Determinant of Mode Choice

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The Competitive Advantage of High Speed Rail: Airport and Station Accessibility as a Determinant of Mode Choice

There are many things a train can do that an airplane cannot, e.g. go underneath city streets, split up into many pieces. A metaphor will illustrate the main point of this book: dogs are often not able to catch cats even though they are faster, because dogs cannot climb trees, jump onto rooftops, squeeze underneath fences, etc. High Speed Rail (HSR) planning up to this point, especially in North America, proposed to have dogs and cats compete on a wide open f
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A Carriage on the Trans-Siberian Express Train, Siberia, Russia, Europe Artists Photographic Poster Print by Bruno Morandi, 20×60

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A Carriage on the Trans-Siberian Express Train, Siberia, Russia, Europe Artists Photographic Poster Print by Bruno Morandi, 20x60

A Carriage on the Trans-Siberian Express Train, Siberia, Russia, Europe is digitally printed on archival photographic paper resulting in vivid, pure color and exceptional detail that is suitable for any museum or gallery display. Finding that perfect piece to match your interest and style is easy and within your budget!


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February 23, 2010

Studio Basics – Cosmetics Travel Train Case # 2229

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Studio Basics - Cosmetics Travel Train Case # 2229

Studio Basics – Travel Train Case

Stand up mirror makes makeup application a snap

Built in organizer keeps brushes and other necessities at your fingertips

Removable cosmetic page easily tucks into your purse for touch-ups

Large compartment with removable vinyl tote provides easy access to toiletries.


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February 21, 2010

Just One Restless Rider: Reflections on Trains and Travel

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Just One Restless Rider: Reflections on Trains and Travel

From Publishers Weekly

Reading the work of railroad-obsessed author and editor Schwantes (The West the Railroad Made) is sometimes like train travel itself: long and slow, but often scenic. In his latest, the University of Missouri-St. Louis professor reminisces over a half-century (and millions of miles) aboard trains in America and overseas. Among other topics, Schwantes discusses the make-believe journeys he imagined as a child in Indianapolis, studying routes and timetables r
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February 19, 2010

Johnny Cash – Ridin’ the Rails: The Great American Train Story

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Johnny Cash - Ridin' the Rails: The Great American Train Story

Originally filmed and aired in 1974, Ridin’ the Rails is a nostalgic look at the history of the American railroad through the song and story of the legendary Johnny Cash. Reenactments of historic railroading moments are movingly narrated by Cash and superbyly embellished by his inimitable music. Track Listings: Ridin’ The Rails, Tom Thum, Collage of Yesterday, Night They Drove Old Dixie Down, Legend of John Henry’s Hammer, Shave And A Hot Bath, Train Robbers, Satirical Aire, Ca
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Money Approved For High-speed Rail Between Milwaukee, Madison

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The Wisconsin Legislature’s budget committee has approved using $810 million in federal stimulus money to build a high-speed rail line between Madison and Milwaukee.

Paper Rock Scissors N Europe Train Ride From Hungary

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So we were traveling from Hungary to Eastern Slovakia on a train, when we run into these drunk canadians and then eventually we become the drunk americans.

February 17, 2010

Living In Japan – Ep.1: Train Travel 1 Of 2

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A quick intro to train transportation and some tips to make your life easier.

February 15, 2010

ABC Animal Train Travel Bag by Pockets of Learning

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ABC Animal Train Travel Bag by Pockets of Learning

Editorial Review

Unzip this 10-by-14-inch, bright turquoise, soft cloth book, and you’ll find two animal-packed alphabet trains spanning both pages. Each train car is a pocket, and each pocket is embroidered with a letter of the alphabet. Inside the pockets you’ll find friendly little pillow animals, each one marked with a letter of the alphabet: the pink elephant rides in the E car, and the green alligator rides in the A car. Your child will love taking the animals out of th
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February 12, 2010

The Glory Train

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The Glory Train

Taken from the short collection “Strange Times,” this is the story of boy who is cast out of his home during the Great Depression, and is given the ride of his life on a fantastic, otherworldly train.


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February 7, 2010

Travel by Train: The American Railroad Poster, 1870-1950

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Travel by Train: The American Railroad Poster, 1870-1950

From Library Journal

From the proliferation of competitive railroad lines across the continent in the second half of the 19th century to the decline in passengers after World War II, this book conveys the excitement involved in train travel by reproducing 120 poster images, photographs, and sketches from the time before most people were driving or flying to their destinations. The coauthors know their subject well: Gruber is president of the Center for Railroad Photography
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February 5, 2010

History of Trains by Anonymous Anonymous. Size 34.92 inches width by 22.92 inches height. High Quality Art Poster Print

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History of Trains by Anonymous Anonymous. Size 34.92 inches width by 22.92 inches height. High Quality Art Poster Print

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New Departures: Rethinking Rail Passenger Policy in the Twenty-First Century

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New Departures: Rethinking Rail Passenger Policy in the Twenty-First Century

Review

“Lays out the best policy framework I have ever seen for making rail passenger investments.” – TOM DOWNS”Lays out the best policy framework I have ever seen for making rail passengers investments.” — Tom Downs”A seminal work that lays out all the dimensions of the current state of intercity rail passenger service in both the United States and Canada.– New York History” — New York History”An informed analysis of where rail passenger operations in the U.S. and Canada hav
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