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School Library Journal
Reviewed on March 1, 2011
Gr 4–7—Beginning with a short history of steam and diesel engines, this presentation speeds ahead to discuss current and future train technologies, including magnetically powered "maglevs." McMahon's skillful writing carefully explains complex concepts such as electromagnetic and electrodynamic levitation. Mora's painterly representations of different trains and comprehendible diagrams add visual clarity. Excerpts from interviews with railroading...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2010
McMahon presents a brief history of railroad transportation from steam locomotion to diesel and biodiesel engines. High-speed trai...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
