Mapping the railways /
Holland, Julian,1946-author.
Spaven, D. L.(David L.),author.
Holland, Julian,1946-Times mapping the railways.
National Library of Scotland.
"Follow the development, decline and revival of Britain's railways through a unique collection of old and new maps, commentaries and photographs. Charting the rich history of Britain's railways from 1819 to the present day, this fascinating compendium shows how trains have played an essential part in British life for nearly 200 years. Throughout this engaging book is a series of 'milepost' features on key events, eras and personalities in the history of Britain's railways. From the enormous role the railways played in the World Wars to modern events, like the opening of the Channel Tunnel, this extensive book shows you how British history is firmly tied to the railways. The story is traced from early 'waggonways', through the steam era to today's diesel and electric railways..."--Publisher description.
Publisher details from page 1.
"With special thanks to Mapseeker, National Library of Scotland."--title page.
Originally published as The Times mapping the railways: 2011.
Includes bibliographical references (page 304) and index.
Introduction -- Up to 1859: The railway revolution -- 1860-1900: The railways pre-eminent -- 1901-1922: Zenith of the network -- 1923-1947: The 'grouping' and a quest for speed -- 1948-1963: Nationalization and modernization -- 1963-1970: Dr Beeching's prescription -- 1970-1993: The revival of the passenger railway -- 1993 onwards: Privatization and beyond -- Conclusion: A journey from the past to the future.
"Follow the development, decline and revival of Britain's railways through a unique collection of old and new maps, commentaries and photographs. Charting the rich history of Britain's railways from 1819 to the present day, this fascinating compendium shows how trains have played an essential part in British life for nearly 200 years. Throughout this engaging book is a series of 'milepost' features on key events, eras and personalities in the history of Britain's railways. From the enormous role the railways played in the World Wars to modern events, like the opening of the Channel Tunnel, this extensive book shows you how British history is firmly tied to the railways. The story is traced from early 'waggonways', through the steam era to today's diesel and electric railways..."--Publisher description.
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