This is a two-book set introducing European railways. The set includes: "Journey on the European Alps Railways - From Route Guide to Practical Travel Knowledge" by Mayumi Cho A comprehensive guide to Alps railway travel with abundant color photos and explanations, covering everything from route guides and route maps to timetables, tickets, stations, and sample travel plans. It also includes data for each route, such as section distance, track gauge, rack system, maximum gradient, highest point, altitude difference, electrical system, opening year, and reference maps. "Journey on Famous European Trains - Riding Europe's Railways" by Masatoki Minami Introduces journeys on European trains, including high-speed trains, luxury sleeper expresses, and alpine mountain railways, with numerous photos. Also includes travel advice and a chronicle of railway photography. There are no issues with reading, but there are some folds, etc. Please check the photos for details.