Lionel Trains: Standard of the World 1900-1943

The name Lionel has long been associated with toy trains. Since the turn of the century, these trains have been a delightful sight during the holiday season for boys, both young and old. Over the past two decades, like many long-standing items, toy trains have become highly sought after by collectors. This book serves as a comprehensive reference for Lionel Trains from their initial appearance until production was halted during World War II in 1943. While the content is detailed and thorough for serious collectors, the book's collection of over 700 color photographs from Lionel's most vibrant era will appeal to all enthusiasts.

The first edition of this book took three years to prepare, with two years dedicated to research alone. Every effort has been made to ensure that this is the most accurate and comprehensive book ever written about Lionel Trains. Ten years after the initial publication, enough new material has been amassed to warrant the release of this second edition.

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