{"product_id":"steam-locomotive-drivers-manual","title":"Steam Locomotive Driver's Manual","description":"Product Description\n\nIt is often said that steam locomotives appear to be living machines, casting a spell over spectators young and old, from lifelong steam enthusiasts to those witnessing live steam for the first time. This extensively illustrated manual provides a fascinating practical insight into the hard work, knowledge and skills required to safely drive a steam loco. The unique \"Haynes Manual\" approach, marrying the engaging text with step-by-step photographs and fascinating illustrations, puts the reader firmly on the footplate to experience the raw power and energy of a steam locomotive in action.\n\nAbout the Author\n\nAndrew Charman is an experienced journalist and lifelong railway enthusiast with an extensive knowledge of the steam locomotive scene. He is currently taking a training course to qualify as a driver on a heritage steam railway. As well as his own extensive knowledge of the scene, he is calling on the experience of around a dozen former British Railway locomen.","brand":"Haynes Publishing Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40377580519509,"sku":"9781844259427N","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2481\/5790\/products\/76518138-5108-45f5-aced-fd06810c3ee4.jpg?v=1665567444","url":"https:\/\/smeikalbooks.co.uk\/en-us\/products\/steam-locomotive-drivers-manual","provider":"smeikalbooks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}