Quinn, Tom
Railways' Strangest Tales (Strangest series)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781911042808
- author:
- Quinn, Tom
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Pavilion
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 7.8 x 0.9 x 5.2 inches
- Genre:
- Railway
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Railways' Strangest Tales by Tom Quinn is a fascinating collection of bizarre but true stories from nearly 200 years of railway history. From the early days, when speeds were considered hazardous to health and people mistook engines for fire-breathing demons, to the present day, this book explores the more unusual side of train travel. You'll discover tales of audacious robberies, hair-raising accidents, vanishing passengers, and even an infestation of maggots. Along the way, Tom Quinn delves into the world's railways, uncovering stories that are as intriguing as they are surprising. With a new selection of tales added to this revised edition, Railways' Strangest Tales is a must-have for armchair travellers, history fans and trainspotters alike. With over 60,000 words, this book offers a whistlestop tour through the long and storied history of railways, covering everything from royal trains and seaside specials to modern-day leaves on the line.
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