Heath, Mike
The Stately Trains Collection
- ISBN 13:
- 9781857946130
- author:
- Heath, Mike
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Silver Link Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 80
- Dimensions:
- 16.9 x 23.8 centimetres (0.24 kg
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Transport, Railroads,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Stately Trains Collection brings together a remarkable collection of historically significant pre-1914 luxury carriages. Nigel Adams and Mike Heath's passion project is the result of years of restoration work, which has uncovered some truly exceptional pieces of railway history. From the Great Eastern Railway's coach No.14 to a family saloon believed to have been used by Queen Victoria's granddaughter Princess Alice, each carriage in this collection has its own unique story to tell. The authors' meticulous research and dedication to preservation have made these carriages not only beautiful but also fascinating pieces of history. This collection is a testament to the beauty and craftsmanship of railway carriages from a bygone era, offering a glimpse into a world of luxury travel that was once reserved for the elite.