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The Third Mode: Towards a Green Society    by Jeff Olson
Price: $3.33 USD. 66820 words. Language: English. Published on August 14, 2012. Nonfiction » Politics and Current Affairs » City planning.

Jeff Olson's experiences in the nonprofit, public, and private sectors of the sustainable transportation field have made one thing clear: when most people think about transportation they often consider only two options, highways and mass transit. Through his experiences, Jeff realized that walking and bicycling are unique forms of mobility that represent a separate, Third Mode of transportation.
Buying and Riding a Motorcycle in South East Asia    by Sherrie McCarthy
Price: $2.99 USD. 9800 words. Language: English. Published by Unleash Your Adventure  on March 16, 2012. Nonfiction » Travel » By region.

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When it comes to riding Southeast Asia the big question is not "should I buy or should I rent" but rather "where do I even start?" The authors were confronted with just this question as they attempted to plan a motorcycle trip throughout Thailand, Malaysia, Cambodia & Laos. Every answer they found was different. So they decided to write this handbook as a guide for other new riders in the region.
Railtrack and Other Letters    by John Hein
Price: $4.99 USD. 38670 words. Language: English. Agented by JM Publishing on May 4, 2013. Fiction » Humor & comedy » General.

I have a boast to make: I am a Railway Enthusiast - a veritable Anorak. So, when I noticed that Railtrack PLC (a Public Limited Company incorporated in England and Wales on 28th of February 1994) had re-registered as a Private Limited Company (on 3rd February 2003) and was now known as Network Rail Infrastructure Limited), it occured to me that the company name Railtrack was available.
The History of Locomotives: The Steam Era    by Eugene Weiser
Price: $5.99 USD. 18020 words. Language: English. Agented by Eugene Weiser on February 18, 2013. Nonfiction » Transportation » Railroads / History.

The steam locomotive has brought fascination to railroad fans worldwide. As you watch them roll by, you cannot help admire the beauty of the motive. Artisanship is evident as you look at the sleek lines, the wheels that seem to move with an almost orchestrated movement led by the conductor.
Grit, Grief And Gold: A True Narrative Of An Alaska Pathfinder    by ANDY BARNETT
Price: $0.99 USD. 56370 words. Language: English. Published on December 22, 2012. Nonfiction » History » American.

Grit, Grief and Gold is an eyewitness account of M.J. Heney's railroad building in Alaska. Whiting was chief surgeon during construction of the White Pass & Yukon Route and Copper River & Northwestern Railway, as well as a good friend of "The Irish Prince of Alaska." This epub includes the original text and photos, an appendix that expands Whiting's account and additional photographs.
The Indianapolis 500 - Volume Three: Watson’s Wonders (1959 – 1962)    by Brian G. Boettcher
Price: $0.99 USD. 43880 words. Language: English. Published on March 17, 2013. Nonfiction » Transportation » Automotive / History.

Volume Three: Watson's Wonders (1959 – 1962) tells the story of the how the racing creations of A.J. Watson came to dominate this era at the Speedway, to then be challenged by the rear engine creations of the Coopers and Mickey Thompson. Each year features an epic "500", with Speedway legends Jim Rathmann, A.J. Foyt and Rodger Ward (twice) the victors.
The Mercedes R129 SL    by Bernd S. Koehling
Price: $8.99 USD. 12180 words. Language: English. Published on May 16, 2012. Nonfiction » Transportation » Automobiles.

This new ebook deals with the SL R129, produced from 1989 to 2001. The book has some 130 unique pictures. The author has over 20 Mercedes ebooks and books to his credit. This guide covers all engines, AMG, all Special Edition models and most of the important tuners such as Brabus, Renntech, Carlsson etc. It also includes a testdrive with a SL600 7.4 Renntech
Aircraft Performance for the ATPL Exam    by Paul Bruikman
Price: $5.00 USD. 27650 words. Language: English. Published on December 8, 2010. Nonfiction » Transportation » Aircraft.

Adapted for the new 2011 JAA Learning Objectives. *Student pilots use this book to pass the Aircraft Performance Exam with ease. *Experienced airline pilots use this book as a reference for their sim check. It explains all aspects of a flight from takeoff to landing the way you need it. *To the point, *Clear English, *Emphasis on the important subjects and facts, *Detailed background information.
Seconds To Disaster, Europe Edition    by Glenn Meade
Price: $6.99 USD. 29260 words. Language: English. Published on July 23, 2012. Nonfiction » Transportation » Aviation / Commercial.

Capt. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger. "Everyone who flies or cares about someone who flies should read this eye-opening account of the current state of commercial air travel."
How to Drive a Luxury Car for Free    by Secret Entourage
Price: $12.95 USD. 3100 words. Language: English. Published on September 11, 2011. Nonfiction » Transportation » Automobiles.

How to Drive a Luxury Car for Free is an all inclusive guide for you to learn how to drive a luxury car at no cost. This book highlights all the basic concepts you need to be able to drive a luxury car without losing any money. This guide also includes 2 specific examples that the reader can learn from.