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Locomotion

By Alastair Steele
Series: Locomotion
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In Locomotion by Alastair Steele, a young boy named Lonnie navigates the complexities of life after losing his parents. Through a series of poems, Lonnie shares his journey of healing and self-discovery while grappling with memories and his current reality. This heartfelt narrative explores themes of resilience, family, and the power of self-expression.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this book if you love exciting adventures that offer both thrills and educational moments about locomotives and travel. It combines captivating storytelling with fun facts, making it a wonderful choice for young readers fascinated by trains and exploring the world.

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A stunningly illustrated tribute for train lovers of all ages, Locomotion celebrates the ingenuity of trains past, present and future.

A stunningly illustrated tribute for train lovers of all ages, celebrating the ingenuity of trains past, present and future.

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A stunningly illustrated tribute to all things train, Locomotion celebrates the ingenuity and usability of trains past, present and future.

From early steam engines through to the modern high-speed trains of today, Locomotion is a spectacular look at the history of trains throughout the world, and the wonder and escapism they evoke. Packed full of iconic trains including the famous Flying Scotsman and the grand Orient Express as well as encompassing scenic journeys like the majestic Trans-Siberian railway, Locomotion makes a stunning gift or reference book for train lovers of all ages.

Beautiful artwork by the award-winning artist Ryo Takemasa makes this book one that can be enjoyed over and over again.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781787417502

Publisher: Templar Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 March 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Big Picture Press

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Ryo Takemasa
  • Illustrated by Ryo Takemasa

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 244.0mm

Height: 308.0mm

Weight: 688g

Pages: 64

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Alastair Steele Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Series: Locomotion

About the Author

Alastair Steele (Author)
Alastair Steele works for the Mid Hants Railway as a Carriage Restorer and has a Masters degree in Historic Building and Railway Conservation. Locomotion will be his first book. He is based in Farnham, UK where he lives with his wife and young daughter.

Ryo Takemasa (Illustrator)
Ryo Takemasa is multi award-winning illustrator based in Tokyo, Japan. He graduated from Musashino Art University in 2010. Ryo's illustrations are used for a wide range of work worldwide including cook books, travel guides, editorial commissions, posters and much more. He is a member of the Tokyo Illustrators Society.

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