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The Spirit of Steam – A stunning photographic tribute to South Africa’s steam locomotives, capturing the power and nostalgia of a bygone railway era.
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A beautifully produced and highly collectible South African railway title, The Spirit of Steam captures the drama and heritage of steam locomotives across the country. Richly illustrated with atmospheric photography, the book showcases iconic engines, landscapes, and the golden era of steam on South African Railways. A must-have for railway enthusiasts, collectors, and historians alike.
Published by C. Struik, Cape Town in 1983 (First Edition), this large-format hardcover copy of The Spirit of Steam is known for its striking visuals and authoritative text by A.W. Smith and D.E. Bourne. Increasingly sought-after in the local market, especially in well-preserved condition.
Condition – Near Fine
Clean blue cloth boards with strong binding. Very light foxing present, otherwise an excellent, well-preserved copy.Boards show noticeable edge wear. Dust jacket moderately worn with damage at the top of the spine. Binding remains solid and pages clean with only light age-related wear.
