Burton, Anthony
Taking the Train: Two Centuries of Railway Travel
- ISBN 13:
- 9781399036702
- author:
- Burton, Anthony
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Pen and Sword Transport
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 184
- Dimensions:
- 18 x 25.2 x 2 centimetres (0.68
- Genre:
- History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
A history of railway travel from its humble beginnings to the present day. This book takes a unique approach, focusing on the passenger's experience and drawing on firsthand accounts to paint vivid pictures of how travel evolved over time. From the early days of horse-drawn coaches to the introduction of steam-powered trains, conditions gradually improved, and luxury travel became possible. The story broadens out to cover the development of rail travel across Britain and eventually around the world. The book explores every aspect of rail travel, including its role in popular culture, from tragic accidents to iconic journeys like the Orient Express. This lively account of the pioneering days of rail travel will appeal to anyone who enjoys taking the train.
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