Dawson, Anthony
Lion: The Story of the Real Titfield Thunderbolt
- ISBN 13:
- 9781445685052
- author:
- Dawson, Anthony
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Amberley Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 16.5 centimeters (0.22 kg
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Lion: The Story of the Real Titfield Thunderbolt Lion, the iconic locomotive, has a story that is as remarkable as it is fascinating. Built in Leeds in 1838 by Todd, Kitson & Laird, Lion is the only surviving locomotive built for the pioneering Liverpool & Manchester Railway. After a long and varied career, Lion was eventually preserved and restored, and has since become a beloved figure in railway preservation. This book tells the story of Lion's design, construction, and career on the Liverpool & Manchester Railway, as well as its later life as a film star. Drawing on extensive archival research, the author explores the intricacies of Lion's history, and asks the question: how much of the original locomotive remains today? With its unique blend of history, engineering, and nostalgia, Lion is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the history of railways and locomotives.
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