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High Speed in Japan: Shinkansen the World's Busiest High Speed Railway
Semmens, Peter
Published by Platform 5 Publishing, 1997
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Synopsis: Fascinating and detailed history of the development, engineering and operation of the Shinkansen, the high-speed "bullet trains" that are the pride of the Japanese railroad industry. Discusses the history and structure of Japan's railways, the first high-speed projects, the birth of the Tokaido Shinkansen, the Sanyo Extension, the growth of the network, privatization, the Seikan Tunnel and Seto-Ohashi bridge, on-board services, experiments with Maglev, and a consideration of the Shinkansen's significance. Illustrated throughout with photos (black/white and color) as well as numerous charts and diagrams. With chronology. 108 pages with index.
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Title: High Speed in Japan: Shinkansen the World's ...
Publisher: Platform 5 Publishing
Publication Date: 1997
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: new