The book "The First Quarter Century of Steam Locomotive in North America: Remains and Working Replicas, with Catalog of Model Steam Locomotives in the United States National Museum. Bulletin of the United States National Museum 210" by Oliver Smith Hempstone, is an important source of information on the development and use of steam locomotives in North America during the first 25 years of their operation. The book explores the history of surviving unique examples of steam locomotives, and also describes in detail the replicas that are still in working order. The author thoroughly researched each model, considering their technical characteristics, history of use, and current status. The catalog of steam locomotive models presented in the book gives readers the opportunity to familiarize themselves in detail with the variety of replicas and models of steam locomotives stored in the National Museum of the United States. Through this book, readers will have a unique opportunity to better understand the history and development of steam locomotives in North America, and to contribute to the research and preservation of this important aspect of the transportation industry.