Since new members have joined this Forum recently, I thought it might be helpful to them and others if we share what we regard as the best books on the subject of model railroading.
I will start by mentioning that my model railroad bible is: Greenberg's Model Railroading with Lionel Trains, Volume II: An Advanced Layout, by John Kouba.
I mentioned on another thread that this book was very helpful to me in explaining how to do block wiring, and that I had this book years ago and lost it. The good news is that I found it on the Internet, and bought another copy of it for about $20 to $25 including shipping.
The above book covers all aspects of building an advanced layout. This is evident from the Table of Contents that includes: Designing an Advanced Layout, Building the Platform (bench work), Planning an Ideal Control Panel, Laying the Track, Wiring for Optimom Efficiency, Choosing Accessories, Adding Scenic Detail, and Finishing Touches.
I am delighted that I was able to buy another copy of the above book.
Of course, another way to get great information on O Gauge model railroading is to subscribe to the OGR Magazine.
What model railroading books and reading material would you recommend to our new members?
Arnold
