Technical publication from the
early 1970s, with the history and specifications of steam
fairground rides.
Contents: The First Steam Rides;
Centre Engines; Development of the Gallopers; Platform Rides and
Switchbacks; Electric Light Engines; Steam Yachts; Steam Swings;
Razzle Dazzles; Tunnel Railways; The Edwardian Fairground; Scenic
Railways; Scenic Railway Dimensions; Showmans Road Locomotives;
Scenic Engines; Traction Centre Engines; F. Savage's Annular
Compound Showman Engines; Haulage and Some Final Details; and
Retirement and Retrospect.
Condition: Very Good. Some
yellowing inside front cover. Price crossed out by pen on cover. Click on photograph for
close-up of the condition of the book. |