by Diesel Era
Publisher: Withers Publishing (2003)
Softbound: 168 pages, 250+ color and b&w photos
Description: In April 1963, Alco Products, Inc., introduced the Century line of diesel-electric locomotive models to the North American market. Designed to compete with the latest designs from General Motors and General Electric, initial offerings included the 2,000-horsepower C-420 and 2,400-horsepower C-424. Both models rode on B-B trucks – production of a C-C truck model, designated the C-628, began in late 1963. But this was to be the last hurrah of what was, at one time in aggregate, the nation’s largest locomotive builder. Between 1848 and 1963, the American Locomotive Co. (its name was changed to Alco Products in 1955) and its multiple predecessors built more than 90,000 locomotives. Most of these were steam locomotives, with the builder producing its first successful diesel-electric in 1924. Century production lasted for only five years, as competition from a onetime ally, General Electric, ate away at Alco’s market share. Production of the Century line ended in 1969, although the designs continued to be built in Canada for another six years. In all, 805 C-series and 168 M-series (the Canadian designation for post-1968 production) models were produced. Volume 1 covers the C-415, C-424, C-425, and C-430 models in text, photographs, and roster.
Updated: December 2, 2022
Publisher: Withers Publishing (2003)
Softbound: 168 pages, 250+ color and b&w photos
Description: In April 1963, Alco Products, Inc., introduced the Century line of diesel-electric locomotive models to the North American market. Designed to compete with the latest designs from General Motors and General Electric, initial offerings included the 2,000-horsepower C-420 and 2,400-horsepower C-424. Both models rode on B-B trucks – production of a C-C truck model, designated the C-628, began in late 1963. But this was to be the last hurrah of what was, at one time in aggregate, the nation’s largest locomotive builder. Between 1848 and 1963, the American Locomotive Co. (its name was changed to Alco Products in 1955) and its multiple predecessors built more than 90,000 locomotives. Most of these were steam locomotives, with the builder producing its first successful diesel-electric in 1924. Century production lasted for only five years, as competition from a onetime ally, General Electric, ate away at Alco’s market share. Production of the Century line ended in 1969, although the designs continued to be built in Canada for another six years. In all, 805 C-series and 168 M-series (the Canadian designation for post-1968 production) models were produced. Volume 1 covers the C-415, C-424, C-425, and C-430 models in text, photographs, and roster.
Updated: December 2, 2022
by Diesel Era
Publisher: Withers Publishing (2008)
Softbound: 208 pages, 350+ color and b&w photos
Description: In April 1963, Alco Products, Inc., introduced the Century line of diesel-electric locomotive models to the North American market. Designed to compete with the latest designs from General Motors and General Electric, initial offerings included the 2,000-horsepower C-420 and 2,400-horsepower C-424. Both models rode on B-B trucks – production of a C-C truck model, designated the C-628, began in late 1963. But this was to be the last hurrah of what was, at one time in aggregate, the nation’s largest locomotive builder. Between 1848 and 1963, the American Locomotive Co. (its name was changed to Alco Products in 1955) and its multiple predecessors built more than 90,000 locomotives. Most of these were steam locomotives, with the builder producing its first successful diesel-electric in 1924. Century production lasted for only five years, as competition from a onetime ally, General Electric, ate away at Alco’s market share. Production of the Century line ended in 1969, although the designs continued to be built in Canada for another six years. In all, 805 C-series and 168 M-series (the Canadian designation for post-1968 production) models were produced. Volume 2 covers the C-628, C-630, and C-636 models in text, photographs, and roster.
Updated: December 2, 2022
Publisher: Withers Publishing (2008)
Softbound: 208 pages, 350+ color and b&w photos
Description: In April 1963, Alco Products, Inc., introduced the Century line of diesel-electric locomotive models to the North American market. Designed to compete with the latest designs from General Motors and General Electric, initial offerings included the 2,000-horsepower C-420 and 2,400-horsepower C-424. Both models rode on B-B trucks – production of a C-C truck model, designated the C-628, began in late 1963. But this was to be the last hurrah of what was, at one time in aggregate, the nation’s largest locomotive builder. Between 1848 and 1963, the American Locomotive Co. (its name was changed to Alco Products in 1955) and its multiple predecessors built more than 90,000 locomotives. Most of these were steam locomotives, with the builder producing its first successful diesel-electric in 1924. Century production lasted for only five years, as competition from a onetime ally, General Electric, ate away at Alco’s market share. Production of the Century line ended in 1969, although the designs continued to be built in Canada for another six years. In all, 805 C-series and 168 M-series (the Canadian designation for post-1968 production) models were produced. Volume 2 covers the C-628, C-630, and C-636 models in text, photographs, and roster.
Updated: December 2, 2022
by Mike Bednar
Publisher: White River Productions (The Railroad Press) (2009)
Softbound: 52 pages, 77 color photos
Description: This book from Mike Bednar features 77 color photos of Alcos in northeastern Pennsylvania during the 1960s and 1970s, in the autumn of their careers. LV, CNJ, Reading, D&H and more! You'll see everything from dependable Alco switchers serving local industries to quartets of roadswitchers on ore drags to big Century 628s climbing mountains with symbol freight tonnage.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: White River Productions (The Railroad Press) (2009)
Softbound: 52 pages, 77 color photos
Description: This book from Mike Bednar features 77 color photos of Alcos in northeastern Pennsylvania during the 1960s and 1970s, in the autumn of their careers. LV, CNJ, Reading, D&H and more! You'll see everything from dependable Alco switchers serving local industries to quartets of roadswitchers on ore drags to big Century 628s climbing mountains with symbol freight tonnage.
Updated: April 15, 2020
ALCO's To Allentown
by Thomas A. Biery
Publisher: The Railroad Press (1998) (Out of print)
Softbound: 112 pages, 150+ photos (80+ color)
Description: Spend time along the mainlines of the LVRR, CNJ, and Reading and visit smaller locations on the Ironton, Northampton & Bath, Erie Lackawanna, and the Lehigh & New England. The beautiful scenery makes a wonderful setting for vintage railroad locomotives, freight cars and structures. Includes action and roster views of classic 1960's railroad motive power from huge 200-ton Lehigh Valley C628's to small industrial switchers serving local cement mills.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: The Railroad Press (1998) (Out of print)
Softbound: 112 pages, 150+ photos (80+ color)
Description: Spend time along the mainlines of the LVRR, CNJ, and Reading and visit smaller locations on the Ironton, Northampton & Bath, Erie Lackawanna, and the Lehigh & New England. The beautiful scenery makes a wonderful setting for vintage railroad locomotives, freight cars and structures. Includes action and roster views of classic 1960's railroad motive power from huge 200-ton Lehigh Valley C628's to small industrial switchers serving local cement mills.
Updated: April 15, 2020
by Chuck Yungkurth
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2010) (Out of print; digital reprint available)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: Anthracite or “hard” coal is scarce all over the world and is found virtually nowhere in the United States, except in Northeast Pennsylvania. It burns at a high temperature with almost no smoke, leaving little ash and dust. Anthracite Railroads & Mining in Color Volume 1 features its development and the roads involved, including Reading, Jersey Central, Wanamie Mine Railway, Lehigh & New England, Pennsylvania, Lehigh Valley, and Conrail.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2010) (Out of print; digital reprint available)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: Anthracite or “hard” coal is scarce all over the world and is found virtually nowhere in the United States, except in Northeast Pennsylvania. It burns at a high temperature with almost no smoke, leaving little ash and dust. Anthracite Railroads & Mining in Color Volume 1 features its development and the roads involved, including Reading, Jersey Central, Wanamie Mine Railway, Lehigh & New England, Pennsylvania, Lehigh Valley, and Conrail.
Updated: April 15, 2020
by Nevin S. Yeakel
Publisher: White River Productions (The Railroad Press) (2008)
Softcover: 56 pages, 37 color photos & 33 B&W photos
Description: A fascinating look at railroad operations at Bethlehem Steel's home plant written by an employee who spent more than 35 years working on the railroad inside the steel mill, with three decades of experience as a supervisor. Features 70 photos (37 color and 33 b/w), many of which are seldom-seen views taken inside the plant. PB&NE, Lehigh Valley, Reading, Delaware & Hudson, Conrail, BSCO Narrow Gauge and other private Bethlehem Steel equipment are shown, including hot metal cars, cinder pots and heavy-duty flatcars with loads. Includes eight maps, plus charts listing tracks, crew assignments and interchanges. This book is an outstanding resource that provides excellent coverage of how the railroads operated inside the steel mill.
Updated: December 2, 2022
Publisher: White River Productions (The Railroad Press) (2008)
Softcover: 56 pages, 37 color photos & 33 B&W photos
Description: A fascinating look at railroad operations at Bethlehem Steel's home plant written by an employee who spent more than 35 years working on the railroad inside the steel mill, with three decades of experience as a supervisor. Features 70 photos (37 color and 33 b/w), many of which are seldom-seen views taken inside the plant. PB&NE, Lehigh Valley, Reading, Delaware & Hudson, Conrail, BSCO Narrow Gauge and other private Bethlehem Steel equipment are shown, including hot metal cars, cinder pots and heavy-duty flatcars with loads. Includes eight maps, plus charts listing tracks, crew assignments and interchanges. This book is an outstanding resource that provides excellent coverage of how the railroads operated inside the steel mill.
Updated: December 2, 2022
by Robert J. Yanosey
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2018)
Softcover: 96 pages, all color photos, eBook expanded edition available
Description: Beautiful color roster shots of cabooses taken 1950's to 1980's. Includes these Railroad Reporting Marks: N&W, NdeM, NH, NJ, NKP, NN, NP, NS, NYC, ON, P&E, P&S, P&LE, P&W, PC, PRR, RDG, RF&P, RI, RR, SAL, SCL, SLSF, SOO, SOU, SP, SP&S, TH&B, TP&W, TRRA, TT, UP, WAB, WM, WP, WP&Y, YW and others.
Updated: October 24, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2018)
Softcover: 96 pages, all color photos, eBook expanded edition available
Description: Beautiful color roster shots of cabooses taken 1950's to 1980's. Includes these Railroad Reporting Marks: N&W, NdeM, NH, NJ, NKP, NN, NP, NS, NYC, ON, P&E, P&S, P&LE, P&W, PC, PRR, RDG, RF&P, RI, RR, SAL, SCL, SLSF, SOO, SOU, SP, SP&S, TH&B, TP&W, TRRA, TT, UP, WAB, WM, WP, WP&Y, YW and others.
Updated: October 24, 2020
by Robert J. Yanosey
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2020)
Softcover: 96 pages, all color photos
Description: PRR, PC, P&PU, P&S, P&LE, QNSL, RDG, R&N, RF&P, RUT, SBC, SBD, SCL, Sierra, SLSF, SOO, SP, SSW, SR, SP&S, TC, TP&W, TRRA, USA, USAF, USN, URR, UP, WA, WARN, WT, WM, and WP.
Updated: October 24, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2020)
Softcover: 96 pages, all color photos
Description: PRR, PC, P&PU, P&S, P&LE, QNSL, RDG, R&N, RF&P, RUT, SBC, SBD, SCL, Sierra, SLSF, SOO, SP, SSW, SR, SP&S, TC, TP&W, TRRA, USA, USAF, USN, URR, UP, WA, WARN, WT, WM, and WP.
Updated: October 24, 2020
by Paul K. Withers
Publisher: Withers Publishing (2009)
Softcover: 200 pages, color and b&w photos
Description: At first glance, the General Motors FP7 or FP9 looks like their freight-service counterparts. But on closer examination, the models extra four feet of length can be seen in the space between the first porthole and first louver. This extra space was used to increase the boiler water capacity for the steam generator, allowing the unit to operate over longer distances, matching the unit's fuel capacity without the need for intermediate water stops. The locomotives popularity is reflected in its sales numbers - 362 FP7s for 27 customers and 93 FP9s for four customers. Major U.S. owners included Atlantic Coast Line, Louisville &, Nashville, Milwaukee Road, Pennsylvania Railroad, and Southern Railway. North of the border, Canadian National and Canadian Pacific found the models ideal as did Mexican railroad, Nationales de Mexico. One chapter will cover the FP's close relative, the FL9. All owners, as well as secondary owners and operators in North America are covered.
Updated: December 2, 2022
Publisher: Withers Publishing (2009)
Softcover: 200 pages, color and b&w photos
Description: At first glance, the General Motors FP7 or FP9 looks like their freight-service counterparts. But on closer examination, the models extra four feet of length can be seen in the space between the first porthole and first louver. This extra space was used to increase the boiler water capacity for the steam generator, allowing the unit to operate over longer distances, matching the unit's fuel capacity without the need for intermediate water stops. The locomotives popularity is reflected in its sales numbers - 362 FP7s for 27 customers and 93 FP9s for four customers. Major U.S. owners included Atlantic Coast Line, Louisville &, Nashville, Milwaukee Road, Pennsylvania Railroad, and Southern Railway. North of the border, Canadian National and Canadian Pacific found the models ideal as did Mexican railroad, Nationales de Mexico. One chapter will cover the FP's close relative, the FL9. All owners, as well as secondary owners and operators in North America are covered.
Updated: December 2, 2022
by Diesel Era
Publisher: Withers Publishing (2006)
Softcover: 124 pages, 110 color photos, 325 b&w photos
Description: Description: SW1500 Spotting Features, pp. 8-14; Class 1 Operators, pp. 15-64; Short Line, Terminal and Government Operators, pp. 65-90; Industrial Owner's Gallery, pp. 91-96; SW1500s in Color, pp. 97-120; SW1500 Roster, pp. 121-122; SW1500 Diagram, pp. 123-124.
Updated: December 2, 2022
Publisher: Withers Publishing (2006)
Softcover: 124 pages, 110 color photos, 325 b&w photos
Description: Description: SW1500 Spotting Features, pp. 8-14; Class 1 Operators, pp. 15-64; Short Line, Terminal and Government Operators, pp. 65-90; Industrial Owner's Gallery, pp. 91-96; SW1500s in Color, pp. 97-120; SW1500 Roster, pp. 121-122; SW1500 Diagram, pp. 123-124.
Updated: December 2, 2022
The Hard Coal Carriers: Volume 1, First Generation Geep
by Gerard Bernet
Publisher: Railroad Avenue Enterprises (1994) (Out of print)
Softcover: 80 pages, 1 color and 119 b&w photos
Description: 1 color and 119 black and white photos on the GP7’s, GP9’s & GP18’s, of the CNJ, LV, EL, DL&W, Erie, and Reading with complete roster info and data on each road’s units.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: Railroad Avenue Enterprises (1994) (Out of print)
Softcover: 80 pages, 1 color and 119 b&w photos
Description: 1 color and 119 black and white photos on the GP7’s, GP9’s & GP18’s, of the CNJ, LV, EL, DL&W, Erie, and Reading with complete roster info and data on each road’s units.
Updated: April 15, 2020
The Northeast Railroad Scene, Volume 3: The Reading Co., A Brief Look Before Conrail
by Bob Pennisi
Publisher: Railroad Avenue Enterprises (1978) (Out of print)
Softcover: 64 pages, b&w photos, map, color cover and back photos
Description: Volume 3 in this series looks at the Reading Company in the years just before the consolation into Conrail. The black and white photos show diesels pulling trains all across the system as well as stations and other trackside features.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: Railroad Avenue Enterprises (1978) (Out of print)
Softcover: 64 pages, b&w photos, map, color cover and back photos
Description: Volume 3 in this series looks at the Reading Company in the years just before the consolation into Conrail. The black and white photos show diesels pulling trains all across the system as well as stations and other trackside features.
Updated: April 15, 2020
by James Kinkaid
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2014)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: The ever-changing nature of TOFC (trailer on flat car) types and operations is detailed on companies in the bottom half of the alphabet. Of interest to Conrail enthusiasts are photos of equipment from Lehigh Valley, New Haven, Penn Central, Pennsylvania, Reading Company, and RoadRailer.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2014)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: The ever-changing nature of TOFC (trailer on flat car) types and operations is detailed on companies in the bottom half of the alphabet. Of interest to Conrail enthusiasts are photos of equipment from Lehigh Valley, New Haven, Penn Central, Pennsylvania, Reading Company, and RoadRailer.
Updated: April 15, 2020
by Robert J. Yanosey
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2021)
Softcover: 96 pages, all color photos
Description: Featuring KB&S, KCT, LIRR, M&P, MDDE, MN, MP, MKT, NALCO, NJT, NS, N&W, NYC, NYGL, NYO&W, NYS&W, NYCTA, PARR, PC, P&LE, PRR, PRSL, P&S, QNSL, RDG, RF&P, R&N, RJC, SBD, SMS, SOU, SP, SRS, SRNJ, ST, SM, TC, TENN, TTX, T&SB, UP, WC, and Y&S!
Updated: July 9, 2021
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2021)
Softcover: 96 pages, all color photos
Description: Featuring KB&S, KCT, LIRR, M&P, MDDE, MN, MP, MKT, NALCO, NJT, NS, N&W, NYC, NYGL, NYO&W, NYS&W, NYCTA, PARR, PC, P&LE, PRR, PRSL, P&S, QNSL, RDG, RF&P, R&N, RJC, SBD, SMS, SOU, SP, SRS, SRNJ, ST, SM, TC, TENN, TTX, T&SB, UP, WC, and Y&S!
Updated: July 9, 2021
by Mike Bednar
Publisher: The Railroad Press (2005)
Softbound: 72 pages, 120 photos (62 color, 58 b&w)
Description: This beautiful book combines Mike Bednar's brilliant photography with his unique writing style to give you a first-hand look at railroading in this region. These are more than portraits; you get to see the entire scene with all the action and there are plenty Alcos, GEs and even cabooses captured in seldom-photographed locations to make this an important historical work.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: The Railroad Press (2005)
Softbound: 72 pages, 120 photos (62 color, 58 b&w)
Description: This beautiful book combines Mike Bednar's brilliant photography with his unique writing style to give you a first-hand look at railroading in this region. These are more than portraits; you get to see the entire scene with all the action and there are plenty Alcos, GEs and even cabooses captured in seldom-photographed locations to make this an important historical work.
Updated: April 15, 2020
by Craig Bossler
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (1993) (Out of print; digital reprint available)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: Over 300 of Reading Company passenger and freight cars are portrayed in sharp, clear, color photographs. Ranging from the Post-War period, through the Sixties and right up to Conrail, the photos are expertly captioned.
Updated: October 24, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (1993) (Out of print; digital reprint available)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: Over 300 of Reading Company passenger and freight cars are portrayed in sharp, clear, color photographs. Ranging from the Post-War period, through the Sixties and right up to Conrail, the photos are expertly captioned.
Updated: October 24, 2020
by Jeremy F. Plant
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (1998) (Out of print; digital reprint available)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: Tour the Reading from end-to-end through over 230 views of vintage diesel and electric.
Updated: October 24, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (1998) (Out of print; digital reprint available)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: Tour the Reading from end-to-end through over 230 views of vintage diesel and electric.
Updated: October 24, 2020
by Bert Pennypacker
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2002) (Out of print; digital reprint available)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: Noted author Bert Pennypacker guides the reader through an all-color tour of the Reading's motive power, operations and physical plant during the years 1947-1976.
Updated: October 24, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2002) (Out of print; digital reprint available)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: Noted author Bert Pennypacker guides the reader through an all-color tour of the Reading's motive power, operations and physical plant during the years 1947-1976.
Updated: October 24, 2020
by Mitchell E. Dakelman
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2012)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: The Reading had a heavily-built network of lines extending east of the City of Brotherly Love to serve passengers and freight. The road’s stations, towers, bridges, yards, signs and other aspects are explored in color photos with or without trains.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2012)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: The Reading had a heavily-built network of lines extending east of the City of Brotherly Love to serve passengers and freight. The road’s stations, towers, bridges, yards, signs and other aspects are explored in color photos with or without trains.
Updated: April 15, 2020
by Mitchell Dakelman
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2015)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: A look back at the stations, towers, shops and other structures owned by the Reading Company on the many lines that emanated from Philadelphia. Many of the scenes show trains of Reading, SEPTA, and Conrail passing by.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2015)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: A look back at the stations, towers, shops and other structures owned by the Reading Company on the many lines that emanated from Philadelphia. Many of the scenes show trains of Reading, SEPTA, and Conrail passing by.
Updated: April 15, 2020
by Robert L. Davis Jr
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2017)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: The book opens with a sampling of RDG steam power from the 1940s to the end of regular service steam operation, including a brief look at the T1 4-8-4's in excursion service, then continues with a detailed examination of the railroad's interesting roster of first generation diesels from all four major builders.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2017)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: The book opens with a sampling of RDG steam power from the 1940s to the end of regular service steam operation, including a brief look at the T1 4-8-4's in excursion service, then continues with a detailed examination of the railroad's interesting roster of first generation diesels from all four major builders.
Updated: April 15, 2020
by Robert L. Davis, Jr.
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2017)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: GP30s, C425s, SD45s, GP35s, big Alk’s – they’re all here in this tour of Reading’s final diesel fleet.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2017)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: GP30s, C425s, SD45s, GP35s, big Alk’s – they’re all here in this tour of Reading’s final diesel fleet.
Updated: April 15, 2020
The Reading in the Conrail Era, Book One
by Dale W. Woodland
Publisher: Silver Brook Junction Publishing Company (1998) (Out of print)
Hardcover: 144 pages
Description: This book looks at the Reading lines after Conrail took them over. The chapters in this volume describe the formation of Conrail the major lines of the Reading Railroad. Included with each line are the related branch lines, facilities and stations. Also included is a look at the steam locomotives which have operated over former Reading lines as well as a history of each of the surviving Reading T1's.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: Silver Brook Junction Publishing Company (1998) (Out of print)
Hardcover: 144 pages
Description: This book looks at the Reading lines after Conrail took them over. The chapters in this volume describe the formation of Conrail the major lines of the Reading Railroad. Included with each line are the related branch lines, facilities and stations. Also included is a look at the steam locomotives which have operated over former Reading lines as well as a history of each of the surviving Reading T1's.
Updated: April 15, 2020
The Reading in the Conrail Era, Book Two: 1976-1998
by Dale W. Woodland
Publisher: Silver Brook Junction Publishing Company (2001) (Out of print)
Hardcover: 144 pages, 200+ color photos
Description: Book Two of the Reading Railroad during the Conrail Era 1976-1998. Book Two describes the myriad of changes. It covers the formation and affect SEPTA had on the commuter system, includes photographs and rosters of the twenty-two shortline railroads that took over portions of the Reading. It depicts the D&H/CP trackage rights over the former Reading Lines, and the Legacy Chapter contains information on surviving locomotives, cars, coaches, cabooses and trackage. The book concludes with a look at the Reading in art.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: Silver Brook Junction Publishing Company (2001) (Out of print)
Hardcover: 144 pages, 200+ color photos
Description: Book Two of the Reading Railroad during the Conrail Era 1976-1998. Book Two describes the myriad of changes. It covers the formation and affect SEPTA had on the commuter system, includes photographs and rosters of the twenty-two shortline railroads that took over portions of the Reading. It depicts the D&H/CP trackage rights over the former Reading Lines, and the Legacy Chapter contains information on surviving locomotives, cars, coaches, cabooses and trackage. The book concludes with a look at the Reading in art.
Updated: April 15, 2020
by Paul K. Withers
Publisher: Withers Publishing (2021)
Hardcover: 208 pages, mostly color photos
Description: Following the format of our successful locomative model books, our next offering will cover EMD's unique GP30 model. The 29 original owners plus the EMD demostrators are covered in this 208 page, mostly cover, hardcover book.
Updated: December 2, 2022
Publisher: Withers Publishing (2021)
Hardcover: 208 pages, mostly color photos
Description: Following the format of our successful locomative model books, our next offering will cover EMD's unique GP30 model. The 29 original owners plus the EMD demostrators are covered in this 208 page, mostly cover, hardcover book.
Updated: December 2, 2022
by Thomas F. Seaman
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2011)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: Operations and trains of the PRR, PC, CR, RDG and D&H are examined in this look at the Harrisburg crossroads.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2011)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: Operations and trains of the PRR, PC, CR, RDG and D&H are examined in this look at the Harrisburg crossroads.
Updated: April 15, 2020
by Mitchell E. Dakelman
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2009)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: Noted color photographer Al Holtz takes you from Easton to Pittsburgh visiting the PRR, P&LE, LV, CNJ, RDG, B&O and many other roads.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2009)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: Noted color photographer Al Holtz takes you from Easton to Pittsburgh visiting the PRR, P&LE, LV, CNJ, RDG, B&O and many other roads.
Updated: April 15, 2020
by John P. Stroup
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2012)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: Pennsy, Penn Central, Reading, B&O and a dazzling array of vintage traction make this a terrific book. Join photographers Tilden and Stroup as they capture the main lines and secondary lines around the 'City of Brotherly Love.'
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2012)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: Pennsy, Penn Central, Reading, B&O and a dazzling array of vintage traction make this a terrific book. Join photographers Tilden and Stroup as they capture the main lines and secondary lines around the 'City of Brotherly Love.'
Updated: April 15, 2020
by John P. Stroup
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2011)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: PRR, Reading and PRSL are explored through the viewfinders of two talented photographers during the troubled years leading up to Conrail.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2011)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: PRR, Reading and PRSL are explored through the viewfinders of two talented photographers during the troubled years leading up to Conrail.
Updated: April 15, 2020
by Doug Peters
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2013)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: Noted author and Lehigh River Valley historian Randolph Kulp’s treasure trove of LV, CNJ, RDG, L&NE, L&HR, and numerous other roads in the Allentown-Easton-Bethlehem surroundings are explored in this wonderful chronicle.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2013)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: Noted author and Lehigh River Valley historian Randolph Kulp’s treasure trove of LV, CNJ, RDG, L&NE, L&HR, and numerous other roads in the Allentown-Easton-Bethlehem surroundings are explored in this wonderful chronicle.
Updated: April 15, 2020
by Mike Bednar and Ken Bealer
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2010) (Out of print; digital reprint available)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: A fascinating look at the cement producing area served by the LV (Lehigh Valley), CNJ (Jersey Central or Central of New Jersey), RDG (Reading Railroad), DL&W (Delaware Lackawanna and Western), Erie Lackawanna (EL), L&NE (Lehigh and New England), and Conrail railroads along with short lines Allentown Portland Cement, Ironton, and Northampton & Bath.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2010) (Out of print; digital reprint available)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: A fascinating look at the cement producing area served by the LV (Lehigh Valley), CNJ (Jersey Central or Central of New Jersey), RDG (Reading Railroad), DL&W (Delaware Lackawanna and Western), Erie Lackawanna (EL), L&NE (Lehigh and New England), and Conrail railroads along with short lines Allentown Portland Cement, Ironton, and Northampton & Bath.
Updated: April 15, 2020
by Jeremy F. Plant
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2005)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: The source of Reading Company prosperity – its central Pennsylvania anthracite territory – was recorded by the Kantner Brothers in color chiefly during the 1950s. The last of steam and the earliest of Reading diesels are shown at work, gathering and hauling coal as well as providing first class passenger conveyance.
Updated: April 15, 2020
Publisher: Morning Sun Books (2005)
Hardcover: 128 pages, all color photos
Description: The source of Reading Company prosperity – its central Pennsylvania anthracite territory – was recorded by the Kantner Brothers in color chiefly during the 1950s. The last of steam and the earliest of Reading diesels are shown at work, gathering and hauling coal as well as providing first class passenger conveyance.
Updated: April 15, 2020