Author: John WhitehousePublisher: Past & Present
ISBN: 9781858952932
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
Author: Alexander Sutherland
Author: Roger Siviter
Author: Steam Trains Today
Author: Andrew MartinPublisher: Profile Books
ISBN: 1782834893
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
'A delightful book ... the perfect companion as you wait for the 8.10 from Hove' Observer After the Beeching cuts of the 1960s, many railways were gradually shut down. Rural communities were isolated and steam trains slowly gave way to diesel and electric traction. But some people were not prepared to let the romance of train travel die. Thanks to their efforts, many lines passed into community ownership and are now booming with new armies of dedicated volunteers. Andrew Martin meets these volunteer enthusiasts, finding out just what it is about preserved railways that makes people so devoted. From the inspiration for Thomas the Tank Engine to John Betjeman's battle against encroaching modernity, Steam Trains Today will take you on a heart-warming journey across Britain from Aviemore to Epping.
Author: British Steam Locomotives Before Preservation
Author: Malcolm CleggPublisher: Pen and Sword Transport
ISBN: 1526760479
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 277
Book Description
A pictorial history of the British locomotives now part of the national collection, detailing their working lives and their preservation. British Steam Locomotives Before Preservation covers the history in pictorial form of steam locomotives that are now preserved as part of the national collection. Those which can be found in private collections and the ones which adorn the various heritage railways which operate throughout Britain. The book looks at each subject both in its working life and during its subsequent preservation. The pictorial content covers a wide swathe of Britain during the years before the heritage locomotives were earmarked for preservation. Praise for British Steam Locomotives Before Preservation “The book does exactly what it says on the cover and is recommended for anyone with an interest in UK standard-gauge steam. The photographs include not only locomotives, but also trains in some very interesting settings, which adds to the enjoyment of a well-researched offering. Recommended—Next one please!” —Ffestiniog Railway Magazine
Author: Robin JonesBristol and South Gloucestershire
Author: John StrettonPublisher: Silver Link Publishing
ISBN: 9781858952697
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
'British Railways Past and Present' is a nationwide series of books featuring photographs of railway locations taken several decades ago and comparing them with the same scene today. In this volume covering South Gloucestershire are over 175 photographs featuring a wealth of locations.
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