"The Great Iron Horse: The Story Of Stephenson's Rocket" by Margaret Nash explores the revolutionary invention of the steam locomotive, as epitomized by Stephenson's Rocket. The book delves into the life of George Stephenson, an inventive visionary who overcame numerous challenges to create a powerful engine that transformed transportation in the 19th century. Through vivid storytelling, it captures the excitement of the Industrial Revolution, the competition among innovators, and the societal changes brought about by rail travel. This engaging narrative highlights the ingenuity and perseverance required to make a lasting impact on the world of engineering and mobility. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Historical Stories .

There are 46 pages in this book. This book was published in 1997 by Hachette Children's Group .

Jim Eldridge has seen action all over the world. A former member of sabotage and SAR (Search and Rescue) teams, he now lives under an assumed name somewhere in the UK. Author: Margaret Nash is an established author of children's fiction and won the Silver Smarties Award in 1998. She lives in Leighton Buzzard in Bedfordshire. Illustrator: Richard Morgan is an established illustrator and enjoys success with both picture books and black line artwork. Richard lives in Hertfordshire.