Train: The Evolution of Rail Travel
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Rating | : | 4.99 (904 Votes) |
Asin | : | 0233004580 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 160 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2015-04-08 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Covering the development of railway networks in America, Europe, Africa, and Asia; epic rail journeys across continents; and technological leaps, it's an enthralling ride through history from the Rocket to the Bullet.. Train tells the captivating story of the railroad and its evolution through a wealth of photographs and memorabilia from the UK’s National Railway Museum in York—including maps, posters, leaflets, and handwritten notes
He is the Chief Correspondent for the market-leading Railway Magazine and can often be heard on the broadcast media commenting as a rail expert on railway matters.. His diverse roles range from planning at senior levels on the Channel Tunnel Rail link, the Royal Train, and driving and firing steam locomotives on today’s main line and preserved rail
Good book, decent pictures Great book I bought as a Christmas gift for my dad, who loves trains. The photos aren't as modern and colorful as I thought they were, although the book is crammed with pictures. Even so, I'm happy with the purchase and believe that any train fan will appreciate it!
His diverse roles range from planning at senior levels on the Channel Tunnel Rail link, the Royal Train, and driving and firing steam locomotives on today’s main line and preserved railways. About the AuthorPhilip Marsh joined Britain’s railways in 1973 as a booking clerk and has worked on them continuously ever since. He is the Chief Correspondent for the market-leading Railway Magazine and can often be heard on the broadcast media commenting as a rail expert on railway matters.