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London's Great Railway Century 1850-1950

by Keith Scholey

The hundred years from 1850 to 1950 were London's railway century, an era during which the city was defined by its railways: grimy and utilitarian yet at the same time elegant and innovative.

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The steam locomotive was a British invention and even today, the world speed record for steam remains with a British locomotive, Mallard. Steamâs first significant contribution to British industry was through powering pumping engines for mines. When steam was applied to the railways, the ârailway ageâ began. The steam locomotive went through several distinct phases during its long life, which came to an end on regular service in the late 1960s. The early phase was followed by the trend for large single driving wheels, then compound locomotives with connected driving wheels once steel became strong enough for the connecting rods. Further developments included tank engines that could run equally well forwards and backwards; the 4-6-0 and 4-6-2 expresses; the passion for speed records and streamlining; and the standardisation years of British Railways. This insightful, fully illustrated story book follows the history of the steam locomotive and will delight all those interested in the steam age.

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An intriguing look at a century's worth of railway history in London.

Long Description

The hundred years from 1850 to 1950 were London's railway century, an era during which the city was defined by its railways: grimy and utilitarian yet at the same time elegant and innovative. This fascinating book explores the many contemporary transport themes of London's termini, including goods depots, electrified lines, industrial railways and Southern suburban lines. Covering the pivotal century 1850-1950, each chapter describes a decade and an issue particularly relevant to that period, from the railway eccentricities and early termini of the 1850s and '60s, through the glamorous heyday of the railway hotels in the 1890s, to the devastation of the Blitz. With fresh research revealing something of interest to both the expert as well as the everyman, there are gems to delight commuter, resident and tourist alike. Well illustrated with contemporary illustrations and key maps for each chapter, this quirky and accessible insight into London's railway history and its lasting legacy is a must for all.

Details ISBN0752462911 Author Keith Scholey Year 2012 ISBN-10 0752462911 ISBN-13 9780752462912 Media Book Format Paperback Publication Date 2012-01-01 Publisher The History Press Ltd Imprint The History Press Ltd Place of Publication Stroud Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 385.094212 Short Title LONDONS GRT RAILWAY CENTURY Language English Illustrations Illustrations, maps Pages 160 Series History Press UK Release Date 2012-01-01 AU Release Date 2012-01-01 NZ Release Date 2012-01-01 Audience General

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  • Condition: Brand new
  • Format: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-13: 9780752462912
  • Author: Keith Scholey
  • Book Title: London's Great Railway Century 1850-1950

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