The 1356: A Brave Engine

The 1356: A Brave Engine by Jeannine Nixon - Join Isaac, a brave boy with a heart full of adventure, in the wilderness of Idaho. He lives with station agent father in the town depot, and loves trains. When a raging fire known as the Big Burn threatens his home, Isaac finds himself on an incredible journey, aboard the legendary steam engine, the 1356. 

The 1356: A Brave Engine, inspires curiosity and a love for trains while highlighting the strength of community in times of crisis. Illustrations were created with colorized photos by Northern Pacific photographer Ron Nixon. 

A portion of the proceeds from this book go to help restoration efforts for Northern Pacific steam engine 1456.