Dawson, Anthony
Locomotives of the Victorian Railway: The Early Days of Steam
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- ISBN 13:
- 9781445677613
- author:
- Dawson, Anthony
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Amberley Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 16.5 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, Modern, 19th Century,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The development of the steam locomotive in the UK during the 19th century was a period of significant engineering innovation. Between 1830 and 1855, the railway locomotive underwent rapid transformation, with advancements in boiler pressure and weight, leading to increased loads, speeds, and reliability. This book by Anthony Dawson explores this pivotal era, examining the evolution of the steam locomotive through detailed case studies of specific classes of locomotive and their replicas.
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