Prolific Kalmbach author Jeff Wilson shows modelers how to re-create numerous types of railroad and highway bridges based on prototype designs. Divided into chapters by bridge type, each chapter shows several prototype examples and demonstrates techniques for modeling, painting, weathering, and installing the models on a layout. Covers the history of railroad bridges, trestles, and tunnels. Includes specific details for modeling iron and steel truss bridges, plate girder bridges, concrete bridges, lift bridges, tunnels, and more. Lists currently available models. Ideal for intermediate and advanced hobbyists....

Many Western visitors to Japan have been struck by the numerous cemeteries for aborted fetuses, which are characterized by throngs of images of the Bodhisattva Jizo, usually dressed in red baby aprons or other baby garments, and each dedicated to an individual fetus. Abortion is common in Japan and as a consequence one of the frequently performed rituals in Japanese Buddhism is mizuko-kuyo, a ceremony for aborted and miscarried fetuses. Over the past forty years, mizuko-kuyo has gradually come to America, where it has been appropriated by non-Buddhists as well as Buddhist practitioners.

In this book, Jeff Wilson examines how and why Americans of different backgrounds have brought knowledge and performance of this Japanese ceremony to the United States. Drawing on his own extensive fieldwork in Japan and the U.S., as well as the literature in both Japanese and English, Wilson shows that the meaning and purpose of the ritual have changed greatly in the American context. In Japan, mizuko-kuyo is performed to placate the potentially dangerous spirit of the angry fetus. In America, however, it has come to be seen as a way for the mother to mourn and receive solace for her loss. Many American women who learn about mizuko-kuyo are struck by the lack of such a ceremony and see it as filling a very important need. Ceremonies are now performed even for losses that took place many years ago. Wilson's well-written study not only contributes to the growing literature on American Buddhism, but sheds light on a range of significant issues in Buddhist studies, interreligious contact, women's studies, and even bioethics....

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The "Basic Structure Modeling for Model Railroaders" / is a Model Railroader Book from Kalmbach Publishing Company. / Author: Jeff Wilson / Perfect for All Railroad Modelers / / FEATURES: An excellent paperback reference. / Packed with information showing you how to assemble plastic / kits, get the most out of wood kits, paint and weather, / scratchbuild buildings, give structures realistic roofs and / details, and adding color and life to your layout with signs. / Offers techniques for realistic finishing, including painting, / weathering, sign making, interior detailing, and more. / Photo-driven projects demonstrate the tools, materials, and / techniques used when modeling plastic or wood structures. / 225 color photos and 12 illustrations. / / INCLUDES: 88 Pages / / SPECS: Size: 8.25" x 10.75" / (210mm x 274mm) / kr4/28/05 / ir/kh...

Freight cars are the backbone of any railroad -- in the real world or on your operating layout. Get a brief history of each type of North American freight car, then learn how car designs have changed from WWI to the present. Includes techniques for modeling realistic rolling stock in any scale....

This is the Model Railroader® Book ""Detailing Freight Cars"" / from Kalmbach Publishing Company / Author: Jeff Wilson / / FEATURES: Perfect bound; paperback. / An excellent how-to guide with step-by-step photos that lead / you to making freight cars look as realistic as your layout! / This book provides information and tips about (which apply / to all scales): / * Adding brake and underbody details / * Upgrading couplers and trucks / * Weathering and painting / * Using accurate decals for placards and markings / * Replacing running boards and body details / * Making realistic freight loads / More than 200 photos and diagrams. / / INCLUDES: 89 Pages / / SPECS: Size: 8.25"" x 10.75"" / (210mm x 274mm) / kr5/15/07...