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In the late 1950s and 1960s, Barry, an ardent rail fan lived and worked in Mexico. Over the course of seven years he spent every minute of his spare time chasing and photographing steam where it was still working, traveling with a Rolleicord camera, a tripod, and a sleeping bag. During this time he covered 26 of Mexico’s 31 states, frequently riding in engine cabs, or hiking on foot, or climbing trees and cliffs to get the best shot. This book, with over 300 black and white photographs, tells the stories of the adventures he had, the people he got to know, and captures a period of history that might otherwise be forgotten.

You can read excepts from the book on his Substack here. To preorder a copy and receive free shipping in the US, click on the link below.

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FRANK BARRY PHOTOGRAPHY

From the time he was 7 years old, Frank Barry has been chasing and photographing trains. His work has appeared in over 90 publications, including Trains, Classic Trains, The Washington Post Magazine, and 100 Greatest Rail Photos. Chasing Steam in Mexico is his second book. For information on his first book, The Last Winter, see below.

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THE LAST WINTER

This striking collection of photos by rail photographer Frank Barry features pictures taken in Chama, New Mexico, in the winter of 1963-64. It was the last time that steam engines hauled cargo long distance year-round in the U.S.

The book includes stories by the photographer about where and how each picture was taken. It was edited, designed and produced by Frank’s daughter Rebecca and his son-in-law Tommy, with a forward written by his wife Barbara.

Read a full review of the book in Classic Trains here.

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