Train
Tom Zoellner
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Train
by Tom Zoellner
Published
2014
Publisher
Viking
Pages
346
ISBN-13
9780670025282
ISBN-10
0670025283
Description
"A revelatory, entertaining account of the world's most indispensable mode of transportation Tom Zoellner loves trains with a ferocious passion. In his new book he chronicles the innovation and sociological impact of the railway technology that changed the world, and could very well change it again. From the frigid trans-Siberian railroad to the antiquated Indian Railways to the futuristic MagLev trains, Zoellner offers a stirring story of man's relationship with trains. Zoellner examines both the mechanics of the rails and their engines and how they helped societies evolve. Not only do trains transport people and goods in an efficient manner, but they also reduce pollution and dependency upon oil. Zoellner also considers America's culture of ambivalence to mass transit, using the perpetually stalled line between Los Angeles and San Francisco as a case study in bureaucracy and public indifference. Train presents both an entertaining history of railway travel around the world while offering a serious and impassioned case for the future of train travel"--
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Train?
This edition of Train has approximately 346 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Train?
For most readers, Train typically takes between 7h 13m and 4h 48m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 86,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 46m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 86,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Train?
The estimated word count for Train is approximately 86,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Train?
Train was written by Tom Zoellner.
When was Train published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2014. The original work may have been published on a different date.