Cotton Belt Locomotives - By Joseph A. Strapac.

This book highlights the little-known narrow gauge empire consisting of over 700 miles of three-foot rail, stretching form the southern tip of Illinois to Fort Worth, Texas best known as the Cotton Belt. Documenting a full century Strapac's thorough research depicts the history of the railway and its origins. The first and only complete study of the motive power of the Southwest's most successful railway is back in print again! 8 1/2 x11", 156-page hardcover book features 329 black & white photos, 37 illustrations and 4 maps.

Price: $59.95.