Transport & Engineering History Australiana
Tracking Back 3 is the 2021 first-edition hardcover by Australian railway authority Ed Tonks, a richly illustrated journey through the country’s train networks, Newcastle lines, and rolling-stock heritage. This scarce volume blends engineering data with biography and local history, perfect for collectors, transport buffs, and adult learners alike.
Bound in sturdy cloth and printed by Newey Printing Company, the book feels as solid as the locomotives it chronicles. Pages are crisp, tight, and free of dog-ears; only a light dent at the spine crown and a previous owner’s name inside hint at gentle shelf time.
The copy is personally inscribed, adding a human touch without claiming author signature, and comes from a smoke-free home. Its ISBN 9780646840543 makes cataloguing simple for antiquarian or transport specialists building an Australiana reference shelf.
Whether you chase vintage timetables, model trains, or regional heritage, Tracking Back 3 delivers an engaging, collectible ride. Secure this illustrated first edition today and keep Australia’s steel-wheel stories on your shelf.
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