Blake, Jim

London's Underground Since 1985: A Journey in Colour

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ISBN 13:: 9781399055581
author:: Blake, Jim
format:: Hardback
publisher:: Pen and Sword Transport
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2024
Pages:: 192
Dimensions:: 24.9 x 17 x 2 centimetres (0.74
Genre:: Nonfiction, Transport, Railroads,
Condition:: New
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London's Underground Since 1985 A Journey in Colour by Jim Blake is a photographic survey of the London Underground from 1985 to 2021. The book captures the transformation of the network during a period of significant change, including the abolition of two-person operated trains and the introduction of new rolling stock. The photographs showcase the older types of trains that were still in operation during this time, highlighting the contrast between the state of the system in the late 1980s and early 1990s, when it was plagued by graffiti and litter, and its current condition, which is much cleaner and more welcoming to passengers. This collection features many previously unpublished images. The book provides a unique insight into the history of the London Underground during a pivotal period in its development, and serves as a testament to the efforts made to improve the network since Transport for London took over from 2000 onwards.

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