Follow the development, decline and revival of Britains railways through a unique collection of old and new maps, commentaries and photographs. Charting the rich history of Britains railways from 1819 to the present day, this fascinating compendium shows how trains have played an essential part in British life for nearly 200 years. Throughout this engaging book is a series of 'milepost' features on key events, eras and personalities in the history of Britains railways. From the enormous role the railways played in the World Wars to modern events, like the opening of the Channel Tunnel, this extensive book shows you how British history is firmly tied to the railways. The story is traced from early ?waggonways?, through the steam era to todays diesel and electric railways. Mapping the Railways will appeal to railway enthusiasts, historians and general interest readers alike. Over 100 railway maps: ? Historical and modern rail network maps ? Extracts from Ordnance Survey sheets ? Plans for proposed railway schemes ? Track diagrams and official reports ? Pictorial maps, posters and ephemera ? Cartography by Bartholomew, Airey, Bradshaw and many others Pivotal events in railway history: ? The nineteenth century saw the foundations laid for our modern railway network, with huge building projects constructing thousands of miles of track, bridges and tunnels ? Expansion slowed in the early twentieth century as competition from the car and the lorry began to bite ? Railways made an enormous contribution to the World Wars, then underwent massive re-equipment after nationalization ? Drastic change followed the 'Beeching Report' of 1963, which advocated closure of underused rail lines ? The modern era has seen an expansion of the network again, with the building of the Channel Tunnel and the re-opening of a significant number of lines closed under the 'Beeching axe', many as heritage railways.
An action-packed ride through the history of the motorbike The Motorbike Book is all about the men, machines and landmark technology behind the most iconic bikes from ACE to Z?ndapp. Featuring over 1, 000 of the latest and greatest motorbikes in the world this is an amazing visual guide tracing their evolution from the 1910s right up to the superbikes of today. All about the grit and the glory, The Motorbike Book takes a truly international view from Italy's Ducati to Japan's Suzuki and tells you just how famous marques like Honda and Harley-Davidson became household names. Plus, go on a virtual tour inside the engines of some of these legendary bikes to see just what powers their performance. If you're born to be wild then The Motorbike Book is the ultimate ride for you.
For more than 100 years, steam locomotives were the most technologically advanced form of power and transport dominating the railways as the heartbeat of the UK. This excellent book and DVD set lets you explore the history of British Steam and the British narrow gauge.
A comprehensive guide to more than 220 of the best-known tractors produced throughout the world over the last 120 years. Illustrated with more than 400 colour and black and white photographs and artworks showing the tractors from every angle, including cutaway illustrations of the mechanical workings of some classic tractors.
At one time country railway stations were as much a part of the rural scene as cricket on the village green, the annual church fete and people working in the fields at harvest time. Communities depended on their local branch line for passenger transport and, in addition, most stations were provided with fair-sized goods yards with handled large consignments of timber, livestock and farm produce.
Drivers can improve their driving standard and stay safe on the road with this comprehensive guide to traffic regulations and road laws in Northern Ireland. With information on roads and road markings, motorways, traffic signs, documentation, the road user and the law, this is essential reading for all drivers in Northern Ireland - not just those learning to drive.