Publisher's Synopsis
The ""Catechism of the Locomotive"" is a book written by Matthias Nace Forney in 1890. It is a comprehensive guide to the design, construction, and operation of steam locomotives, intended for use by engineers and mechanics in the railway industry. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the principles of steam power, the different types of locomotives, the various components of a locomotive, and the maintenance and repair of locomotives. It also includes detailed diagrams and illustrations to aid in understanding the complex machinery of a steam locomotive. Overall, the ""Catechism of the Locomotive"" is an important historical resource for anyone interested in the development of the railway industry and the technology of steam locomotion.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
