Locomotive Catechism Robert Grimshaw 1900 Illustrations/Folding Plates Antique

Fifteenth edition published in 1900 by Norman W. Henley & Co of New York. With nearly 1,000 questions and answers concerning the design, construction, repair and running of all kinds of locomotives. Intended as examination questions and to post and remind engine-runners, firemen and learners. Containing the latest official forms for examination of firemen for promotion, and of engineers for employment, and detailed descriptions of compound locomotives up to date.

Red cloth boards with gilt lettering on spine. Rubbing to edges. Corners are bumped. Floral endpapers are stained. Front and rear hinges are cracked. Tears, stains and water spots; wave to pages. Some of the folding plates are torn, tattered or missing.