The Times History of Britain's Railways: From 1603 to the Present Day
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Follow the development, decline, and later revival of Britain s iconic railways with bestselling railway author Julian Holland. Discover their remarkable history through expert commentary, stunning photographs, and archive material from a lifetime of railway research. The iconic railways of Britain have seen unprecedented change and innovation in just a few hundred years, shaping Britain s industry, society, and transport system along the way. Discover the historic events that have shaped Britain s railways. Highlights include: 1604: The beginnings of the railways Wollaton Waggonway opens in Nottinghamshire 1830: Britain becomes connected the world s first inter-city railway, the Liverpool & Manchester Railway, opens 1938: A world leader in train travel the LNER A4 Mallard sets a still unbroken world speed record for steam locomotives 1963: Beeching Report published marked the death sentence for many rural lines 2015: Borders Railway reopens between Edinburgh and Tweedbank marks a modern-day revival for the railways"
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0008135347
ISBN13:9780008135348
Release Date:January 2016
Publisher:HarperCollins UK
Length:304 Pages
Weight:3.10 lbs.
Dimensions:1.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"
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