Sascha Posted February 28, 2016 Share Posted February 28, 2016 (edited) I just finished this biography about Shinji Sogo. This gentleman had a very interesting live. Without him, this forum, the Shinkansen, and most trains in Japan today wouldn't exist. I'm glad he succeeded. I urge everyone to read it. Edited February 28, 2016 by Sascha 2 Link to comment
bikkuri bahn Posted February 28, 2016 Share Posted February 28, 2016 (edited) I read the book several years back. It can be picked up for a dollar or less secondhand. For those not inclined to purchase, here is a good summary: http://www.midwesthsr.org/where-our-old-man-thunder I wish an English translation of Hideo Shima's story (chief engineer of the Shinkansen and also chief designer of the d51 steam locomotive) would be published. Edited February 28, 2016 by bikkuri bahn Link to comment
cteno4 Posted February 28, 2016 Share Posted February 28, 2016 Excellent book! You can pick up second hand copies pretty cheaply and our library system carries it. Jeff Link to comment
splifdfx Posted February 28, 2016 Share Posted February 28, 2016 Thanks for the reference.Just ordered one used copy. Link to comment
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