Online Catalogue last updated 8th of November 2025
In the steam era, Australia's locomotive enginemen endured some of the harshest operating conditions imaginable, with both men and machine pushed to their absolute limits.
From the frosty mountain highlands to the shimmering desert sands; from the glamour of the Spirit of Progress to the old narrow gauge Ghan, locomotive enginemen were responsible for getting the trains through, while battling the elements, unreliable equipment, isolation and relentless shiftwork.
This is the story of extraordinary men, from a time when railways were crucial to the fortunes of the nation, and when mateship and humour were essential to getting the job done.
The memoirs of 23 locomotive enginemen, complemented by 200 magnificent photographs, most never before published.
Limited edition hard cover. Printed on art paper, 250mm x 185mm portrait, full colour.
Code No. 018243, 304 pages, ISBN 9780648811053, $79.95