Locomotion
Published on 5. March 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
64 pages
978-1-83587-431-8 (ISBN)
Description
A stunningly illustrated tribute to all things railway, Locomotion celebrates the ingenuity of trains past, present and future.
From early steam engines through to the modern high-speed trains of today, Locomotion is a spectacular look at the history of trains and railways throughout the world, and the wonder and escapism they evoke. Packed full of iconic trains including the famous Flying Scotsman and the grand Orient Express as well as encompassing scenic journeys like the majestic Trans-Siberian railway, Locomotion makes a stunning gift or reference book for train lovers of all ages.
Beautiful artwork by the award-winning artist Ryo Takemasa makes this book one that can be enjoyed over and over again.
From early steam engines through to the modern high-speed trains of today, Locomotion is a spectacular look at the history of trains and railways throughout the world, and the wonder and escapism they evoke. Packed full of iconic trains including the famous Flying Scotsman and the grand Orient Express as well as encompassing scenic journeys like the majestic Trans-Siberian railway, Locomotion makes a stunning gift or reference book for train lovers of all ages.
Beautiful artwork by the award-winning artist Ryo Takemasa makes this book one that can be enjoyed over and over again.
Reviews / Votes
A delightful book for any curious young person in their early teens. . . The narrative compellingly describes the likely future trends with the advent of vastly superior trains of the future, all wonderfully illustrated. This stunning book was a delight to review. The quality of the illustrations is amazing, it is clearly a publication that had to have been a labour of love. -- Christopher Power * Children's Books Ireland * Train fans will enjoy the sections highlighting great world journeys. * Absolutely Education * An impressive book that charts the history of the train. . . There is plenty of information and this is well-balanced with sumptuous illustrations that carry the reader on a range of exciting journeys. Informative, engaging and inspirational, it is a perfect book for train enthusiasts of any age. * The English Association * [A] spectacular exploration of the history of trains. . . Brought to life by the beautiful and atmospheric retro-inspired illustrations of award-winning artist Ryo Takemasa, this fascinating pictorial journey takes in famous icons of the railway world. -- Pam Norfolk * Yorkshire Evening Post * Immersively illustrated . . . With vibrant, stylish artwork by Ryo Takemasa, this flapped paperback non-fiction book for 9-11 year olds shows how design and technology have changed over time, making it a strong visual guide for primary school collections focused on rail travel and transport history. -- Tom Tolkien * The School Reading List * Fascinating. . .Ryo Takemasa's artwork complements Alastaire Steele's text perfectly, so that this is a lovely book to look at as well as read and one that will appeal enormously to readers in Year 4 upwards who enjoy nonfiction titles. * World's Smallest Library *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Chichester
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 9 to 11 years
Dimensions
Height: 300 mm
Width: 246 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
Weight
432 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-83587-431-8 (9781835874318)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Alastair Steele (Author)
Alastair Steele is a railway historian, author and expert woodworker. A railway-lover since childhood, he's spent the last decade restoring vintage carriages on a heritage railway, alongside writing about the railways.
Locomotion is his first children's book, exploring famous icons of the railway world, along with some of the more 'off the beaten track' railways that Alastair loves best, such as narrow gauge and industrial lines.
In his spare time, Alastair plays in acoustic band, The Intention Craft, follows the trials and tribulations of Brighton & Hove Albion, and enjoys introducing his young daughter to the wonderful world of the railways.
Ryo Takemasa (Illustrator)
Ryo Takemasa is multi award-winning illustrator based in Tokyo, Japan. He graduated from Musashino Art University in 2010. Ryo's illustrations are used for a wide range of work worldwide including cook books, travel guides, editorial commissions, posters and much more. He is a member of the Tokyo Illustrators Society.
Alastair Steele is a railway historian, author and expert woodworker. A railway-lover since childhood, he's spent the last decade restoring vintage carriages on a heritage railway, alongside writing about the railways.
Locomotion is his first children's book, exploring famous icons of the railway world, along with some of the more 'off the beaten track' railways that Alastair loves best, such as narrow gauge and industrial lines.
In his spare time, Alastair plays in acoustic band, The Intention Craft, follows the trials and tribulations of Brighton & Hove Albion, and enjoys introducing his young daughter to the wonderful world of the railways.
Ryo Takemasa (Illustrator)
Ryo Takemasa is multi award-winning illustrator based in Tokyo, Japan. He graduated from Musashino Art University in 2010. Ryo's illustrations are used for a wide range of work worldwide including cook books, travel guides, editorial commissions, posters and much more. He is a member of the Tokyo Illustrators Society.