The Real Book About Trains by Davis Cole, published by Garden City Books in 1951. This vintage hardcover edition features illustrations by David Millard and is part of the popular Real Books series edited by Helen Hoke. The cover showcases a charming mid-century atomic starburst and geometric pattern in red, black, and light blue. A wonderful collectible for train enthusiasts or fans of 1950s children's educational literature, this book provides a historical perspective on locomotives and rail travel. Printed in the United States at the Country Life Press.