Stunning photographs by a master photographer documenting the last of the steam locomotives.
As a child, David Plowden was given a box camera, and before long he began to photograph railroad trains. As he matured and started on what would become a lifetime in photography, trains—specifically steam locomotives—became one of his passions, and then they were eclipsed by modern diesel locomotives. It is our good fortune that Plowden was on the scene at the end, documenting what would become this book, his reverent tribute to the steam era. 140 tritone photos
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David Plowden is the author of more than twenty photography books, including Bridges: The Spans of North America, Vanishing Point: Fifty Years of Photography, and Requiem for Steam. He lives in Winnetka, Illinois.
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By ss63
Format:Hardcover
David Plowden's book Requiem for Steam is a must have title for anyone interested in the last years of the Steam Locomotive in America. Mr. Plowden's B&W photos are impressive, they are in the same class as those of O. Winston Link or Ansel Adams. Equally impressive is Mr. Plowden's style of descriptive writing. He takes us back to those days, describing things in exquisite detail and we get the complete sensation of what it was like, telling us of all the smells, sights and sensations that were part of the Steam Locomotive era.
Many of the photos are from the last days of steam on the Canadian Pacific Railroad, However his photos are not limited to just the CP. Indeed there are pictures on the GN and various Midwestern and eastern locales as well.
If you like O. Winston Link's books, you will definitely want to add this book to your collection.
Highly Recommended!
Many of the photos are from the last days of steam on the Canadian Pacific Railroad, However his photos are not limited to just the CP. Indeed there are pictures on the GN and various Midwestern and eastern locales as well.
If you like O. Winston Link's books, you will definitely want to add this book to your collection.
Highly Recommended!
Format:Hardcover
This is North American steam railroading seen through the eyes of a master photographer. His composition, his light, and his humanity create images that will move anyone who sees them. If you love photography and if you also love railroading, you need to see this book.
1 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By penman
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
A great book with very excellent photographs. David Plowden always gives the viewer a fine selection of images that really captures life. This volume is well worth the money for anyone to purchase whether or not you're interested in rail photos. Take a look I'm sure your love this book.
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Requiem for Steam
This book was a gift for a train enthusiast. We have heard good reviews from him about this book. In fact when he opened it at Christmas, his eyes lit up, as did the eyes of his... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Barbara S. Behling
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it's a keeper
I love trains and train travel and have thoroughly enjoyed the photographs. Been to a few of the places, which makes it even more special.
Published 18 months ago by Nak
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Only A Rail Nut Could Love
Having made my living as a photographer for a few years shooting with a Mamyai RB67 I feel I know a little about good photography. Read more
Published on May 19, 2011 by Midwest Guy
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A MASTER
A master of his craft finally has an appropriate showcase for his talents. Recommended for all railfans (like myself), with a steam locomotive preference.
Published on March 27, 2011 by Gary I. Jacobs
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EXCELLENT SERVICE
Book is "fair" - a bunch of blank pages, and no cohesiveness to the content. I think it is poorly laid out.
Seller was great - prompt delivery.
Seller was great - prompt delivery.
Published on February 9, 2011 by Frank R. Wojtylak
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