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Beschreibung

A nostalgic look at the changing face of British Railways in the North of England and Scotland between 1980 and 1995.

Step back in time to an era when British Rail was undergoing immense change. This book captures the transition from traditional locomotives and freight practices to sectorisation and privatization. Explore the railways of the North of England and Scotland, witnessing the decline of freight traffic, the closure of signal boxes, and the introduction of new motive power.

Through a wealth of photographs and detailed notes, this volume reflects the dramatic shifts in the railway scene, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal period in British transportation history. Perfect for railway enthusiasts and anyone interested in the social and economic changes of the time.

A nostalgic look at the changing face of British Railways in the North of England and Scotland between 1980 and 1995.

Step back in time to an era when British Rail was undergoing immense change. This book captures the transition from traditional locomotives and freight practices to sectorisation and privatization. Explore the railways of the North of England and Scotland, witnessing the decline of freight traffic, the closure of signal boxes, and the introduction of new motive power.

Through a wealth of photographs and detailed notes, this volume reflects the dramatic shifts in the railway scene, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal period in British transportation history. Perfect for railway enthusiasts and anyone interested in the social and economic changes of the time.

Über den Autor
A lifelong railway enthusiast, Patrick pursued a varied career, ending up as a lecturer in further education. Retirement to France in 2007 brought the chance to also study the railways of his adopted country, resulting in a number of books on the history of French railways.
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2017
Genre: Geschichte, Importe
Jahrhundert: 20. Jahrhundert
Rubrik: Geisteswissenschaften
Medium: Taschenbuch
Inhalt: Kartoniert / Broschiert
ISBN-13: 9781445674322
ISBN-10: 1445674327
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor: Bennett, Patrick
Hersteller: Amberley Publishing
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Maße: 233 x 166 x 12 mm
Von/Mit: Patrick Bennett
Erscheinungsdatum: 15.08.2017
Gewicht: 0,285 kg
Artikel-ID: 109226474

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