Black, Jeremy
A History of Railways in 100 Maps
- ISBN 13:
- 9780712355018
- author:
- Black, Jeremy
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- British Library Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 23.1 x 28.7 x 3.3 centimetres (1
- Genre:
- Reference & Language, Atlases, Science,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 2 working days
Description
A History of Railways in 100 Maps explores the fully international history of railways from their beginnings in the north-west of England to the inter-continental lines of today. This volume, part of the British Library's '100 Maps' series, features 140 newly photographed maps and ephemera, arranged chronologically to showcase the progress of railways and railway infrastructure across the globe.
From mountains and deserts to cities and under oceans, the book charts the development of railways, including their survey and presentation in two- and three-dimensional forms for engineering, construction, politics, economics, and even war. A dedicated chapter examines fantasy and literary railway maps, while recent breakthroughs in railway infrastructure, design, and mapping are also presented, along with a look ahead to future developments.
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