This significant coffee-table volume, authored by renowned railway enthusiasts C.P. Lewis and A.A. Jorgensen, serves as a nostalgic and technically rich chronicle of the golden age of steam in South Africa. First published in 1978, the book is highly regarded for its stunning large-format photography, capturing the raw power of iconic locomotives like the 25NC and Garratt types against the dramatic South African landscape. It offers deep historical insight and technical anecdotes that appeal to both serious railway historians and casual collectors of Africana. The copy presents in good vintage condition, showing some light edge wear and minor creasing to the original dust jacket, while the internal pages remain clean, tightly bound, and vibrant with no significant foxing or markings.