【AIZ Taiwan】The train is coming (hardcover with audio and video resources)

This book was selected as the 40th excellent extracurricular reading material for primary and secondary school students by the Ministry of Culture! ●Parents and children aged 4-7 can read together, and children aged 8 and above can read alone. 【About the Creator】 Author: Xie Mingfang Art Editor: Lin Sihui Illustrator: Qiu Qianrong, Chen Weilin, Chen Qiongfeng 【Reviewer introduction】 Reviewer: Dai Zhenyu Experience: Literary and historical worker Works: "Old Railway Stations in Taiwan", "Taiwan's Train Atlas", "Taiwan's Railways", "Railway Encyclopedia at a Glance: Complete Reveal of Taiwan's Railways", "A Nostalgic Trip on the Branch Railways", "A Tour of Taiwan's Old Railway Stations", etc. 【Photographer introduction】 DaZhong Image, Taiwan Image Library, Dai Zhenyu, Wang Yuanzhang, Wang Hanyu, Zhuang Xinxian, etc. 【Content Introduction】 Since the opening of Taiwan’s first railway in 1891, it has had a significant impact on the development of various regions in Taiwan, changing the economic model and people’s living habits. In the early days, most young people from central and southern Taiwan went to Taipei to study or work, and they took the train north. Young men who joined the army also said goodbye to their relatives and friends at the train station. Tens of thousands of office workers and students relied on trains to commute. Trains became an indispensable means of transportation in Taiwan, where transportation was underdeveloped in the first half of the 20th century. Taiwan was once known as the "Railway Kingdom". Whether it is the Taiwan Railways that run from north to south and from east to west, or the sugar railways that transport sugarcane, the forest railways that transport timber and camphor, or the ore railways that transport minerals, they are all favorites of railway fans. Every day, various types of trains pass through tunnels, cross bridges, pass through bustling cities, and head towards the sparsely populated seaside. No matter when or where, the train is always in the beautiful treasure island ─ ─ Taiwan, Long! Long! Long! Running. Looking at the waves of history, railways have historical status, culture and value, and are also a major asset for Taiwan's development of tourism and sightseeing. There are countless train stations in Taiwan with architectural features and significance, whether they are simple bungalows in the early stages of development or Renaissance-style buildings inspired by the West during the Japanese colonial era. Their structures and shapes are all very interesting, reflecting the functional needs and aesthetics of different eras, and have the value of appreciation and research in the history of architectural evolution. In addition to the historic railway station building, the most fascinating thing is the national treasure "Old Steam Locomotive". Steam locomotives have been active on Taiwan’s railways for nearly a hundred years. They once shouldered the heavy responsibility of land transportation and are an unforgettable memory for many older generations. Let children understand the railway culture in local culture which is closely connected with our lives. From the old train stations full of memories to the ancient railway relics, we lead the children to appreciate the beauty of Taiwan and feel the best witness of the mountains and rivers, rural scenery and quaint towns along the railway. Let us explore the memories and fun of the railway with the children! 【Video Preview】 https://youtu.be/--PfrNFHKP0?si=4mCMH1sGefW457TC 【Details】 Specifications: Hardcover/full color printing Size: 21.5×27CM Number of pages: 44 Classification: General ISBN：9789576084775