Steam, Great trains and railways door John Westwood

Steam, Great trains and railways
door John Westwood
Engelstalig boek
uitg. 1980, 96 p., gebonden, zo goed als nieuw
groot formaat: 32x24 cm en ong. 1 cm dik
met vele foto's in zowel kleur als zwart/wit

This beautifully illustrated St, Michael book re-captures the nostalgia of steam in its hey-day and traces its development from the early years of the Stephensons and The Rainhill Trials to the present age of railway preservation. The author explains how the steam locomotive was developed - the rivalry of the railway companies and their quest for speed - the battle of the gauges - early signalling methods - railway architecture, from the imposing grand termini to the humble wayside halt - the elaborate dining cars and opulent splendour of the royal coaches The author recounts a number of facinating anecdotes that made steam travel such a memorable adventure. Illustrated. Illustrated laminated boards.