The book, Trains Around The World, chronicles the international story of trains throughout the world from the early days of steam up through the early 1970s.  This book reviews the beautifully illustrated history of trains from Stephenson's Rocket to more current examples of technical excellence, streamlining, power and speed.  "Trains Around The World" was compiled by a number of different authors who are well known through out the world as authorities and enthusiasts of this colorful and interesting subject.  Each chapter has been written by one of these authors.  The various types of trains reviewed include the following: 1) Electric trains; 2) Freight trains and 3) Passenger trains.  Other areas of interest covered include the infamous 19th century "robber barons" and railway industry pioneers.  The major sections of this book are as follows: 1) Steam Locomotion Takes Shape; 2) Across America; 3) Steam Speed And Streamlining; 4) The Greatest American Steam Locomotives; 5) Steam In Asia And Australia; 6) Diesel And Electric Trains; 7) Underground Services; 8) Freight Trains; 9) Glossary; 10) Index and 11) Acknowledgements.  In addition to an informative narrative, this book includes the following features: 1) Approximately 103 black and white vintage photographs; 2) About 45 color photographs; 3) 14 black and white illustrations and 4) 1 color illustration.  This book is 162 pages and is in very good condition.  Individual chapters are written by one of the following authors: 1) Brian Haresnape; 2) Harold Edmonson; 3) Peter F. Winding; 4) John R. Day and 5) Ian Yearsley.  Edition published in 1972.