Anthony Burton Life on the Railway (Paperback) (UK IMPORT)

Further DetailsTitle: Life on the RailwayCondition: NewEAN: 9781841654133ISBN: 9781841654133Publisher: Pitkin PublishingFormat: PaperbackRelease Date: 02/14/2013Description:

On Christmas Eve 1801, Cornish mining engineer Richard Trevithick tested the first steam locomotive on the road. Though it was short-lived, exploding four days later, this was the beginning of the railway age in Britain.

By the end of the 18th century, there was a considerable number of railways across Britain with well established steam engines. This informative guide tells the story of these railways, beginning with the pioneers of locomotive engines and the navvies who built the railways themselves.

A must for anyone interested in the history of the railways, industrial Britain and travel, this informative guide explores the lives of those on the railway. Train guards, station staff and passengers are all touched on, as well as underground railways and tragic rail disasters. Colour photographs and illustrations bring the golden age of rail in Britain to life.

Includes a list of places to visit which specialize in railways, as well as a glossary of the key terms in the book.

Language: EnglishCountry/Region of Manufacture: GBItem Height: 240mmItem Length: 172mmAuthor: Anthony BurtonGenre: HistoryTopic: Travel & TransportRelease Year: 2013

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