RAILWAY HISTORY

Rich in romance and nostalgia, this fascinating book takes the reader on an odyssey around Britain in pursuit of the lost railways.This title focuses on the 10,000 miles of lines closed in Britain since the 1950s, bringing to life the glorious story of train travel as it used to be. Images of the railways' active past and pieces of ephemera capture British rural lines.It documents all the lost and forgotten aspects of railways, including timetabled journeys, stations, tunnels, staff and railway vehicles.Like previous books in the series, "Along Lost Lines" takes a very visual approach to the subject matter by highlighting the places and features that best tell the story, through stunning images and fascinating visual detail.

ISBN: 9780715325681

This is a collection of fascinating and diverse British railway facts and stories to read in any spare moment. Travel back to the age of steam and discover the world's oldest active steam locomotive before becoming up-to-date with railways in films, such as Harry Potter. In addition to the fascinating lists of longest tunnels, widest bridges and most powerful locomotives, ponder the dismal failure of Brunel's atmospheric railway in South Devon, before reading the rags-to riches tale of Frank Hornby. From the sublime to the ridiculous and the euphoric to the poignant, every railway enthusiast is catered for.

ISBN: 9780715325827

This book offers a fascinating insight into the golden age of rail travel for everyone with fond memories of this often ignored aspect of British history. It includes existing, preserved and lost branch lines - 62 in total - from the far north of Scotland to Cornwall. It contains 22 special feature spreads on related topics including on holiday, toy trains and working on the railway.

ISBN: 9780715324165

One of three books celebrating the power and beauty of the steam locomotive around the world, and the dedication required to keep the steam dream alive. JACKET PRICE 14.99.

ISBN: 9780753710654