If interested in Steam, order this book. If interested in photography, order this book. If interested in the history of Norfolk & Western, order this book. The photos in this book are breathtaking on many levels. First, the content. Steam locos and steam railroading at its finest. Second, on a technical level, the photographs are unmatched in quality by ANY standard, past or present. Keep in mind these pictures were taken in the late 1950's, at night with flash, of a moving 100 ton locomotive. The detail, lighting, focus, and depth of these photos will amaze you. O. Winston Link was/is a master at designing a shot. This is Black&White photography at its finest. For the Steam fan it is a must. As a "coffee table" style book, it is quite unique. This book can make a railfan out of almost anyone.