A compendium of magnificent engineering drawings that gives a unique overview of the history of railways
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'SUPERB. It is extraordinary. Never had a book like it. Architectural plans, maps, logos, stock… even British Rail’s tracked hovercraft! You’d love it'
Tim Dunn
'One of the most extraordinary and original new books about the railways … I cannot commend this book more highly'
Michael Wenn Williams
'Sumptuous and highly informative ... sharing the jewels of the museum’s archive with the general reader'
Steven Parissien, The Art Newspaper
'Dipping in at random throws up all kinds of interesting snippets of technical and social history and is rewarding enough to make you want to return again and again and to share your new discoveries with your family and friends'
E&T Magazine
'Fabulous'
RAIL Magazine
'Fascinating'
Country Life
'Sumptuous and fascinating'
The Bay Swansea
'An original approach coupled with a high standard of presentation … The range of topics is remarkable'
Friends of the National Railway Museum’s Review
'A fascinating mixture of drawings, maps, sketches and other illustrations. Even those who aren’t especially interested in railways will find something to enjoy here'
Society of Model and Experimental Engineers Journal
Format: Hardback
Size: 23.7 x 32.9 cm
Extent: 306 pp
Publication date: 26 August 2021
ISBN: 9780500021675