Holland, Julian
Britain's Steam Locomotives: 100 of the best, from Penydarren to Tornado
- ISBN 13:
- 9780008622794
- author:
- Holland, Julian
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Collins
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 1.7 x 21.9 x 21.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Reference & Language, Atlases, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Two centuries after the world's first steam railway locomotive made its maiden voyage, Britain's passion for these machines endures. This beautifully illustrated book tells the story of British steam locomotives from their early days to the present day.
Written by Julian Holland, this comprehensive guide takes you on a journey through the history of British steam locomotive design, revealing the captivating stories behind some of the most iconic machines in the country's railway heritage. Alongside detailed descriptions of the locomotives themselves, Holland shares the fascinating tales of their designers and birthplaces.
Featuring photographs from the National Railway Museum Collection and leading railway photographers, this book is a fitting tribute to more than two centuries of British steam locomotive design.
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