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The London Underground Electric Train
ISBN: 9781785000133 / Angielski / Twarda / 192 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Tells the story of the development of electric traction on the London Underground railways. This volume combines technical knowledge, historical context and practical experiences. It covers the history of underground lines since the opening of the first deep-level underground rail system in the world in 1890: the City & South London Railway.
Tells the story of the development of electric traction on the London Underground railways. This volume combines technical knowledge, historical conte...
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125,80 |
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Railways Through the Vale of the White Horse
ISBN: 9781847978714 / Angielski / Miękka / 160 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Spans the history of the route from the opening in 1840 until 1965, when British Rail withdrew all the local passenger services between Didcot and Swindon and all the intermediate stations were closed.
Spans the history of the route from the opening in 1840 until 1965, when British Rail withdrew all the local passenger services between Didcot and Swi...
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86,52 |
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Electric Interurbans and the American People
ISBN: 9780253022721 / Angielski / Twarda / 192 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. One of the most intriguing yet neglected pieces of American transportation history, electric interurban railroads were designed to assist shoppers, salesmen, farmers, commuters, and pleasure-seekers alike with short distance travel. At a time when most roads were unpaved and horse and buggy travel were costly and difficult, these streetcar-like electric cars were essential to economic growth. But why did interurban fever strike so suddenly and extensively in the Midwest and other areas? Why did thousands of people withdraw their savings to get onto what they believed to be a "gravy train?"... One of the most intriguing yet neglected pieces of American transportation history, electric interurban railroads were designed to assist shoppers,... |
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199,01 |
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London and North Western Railway Precursor Family: Precursors, Experiments, Georges, Princes
ISBN: 9780715340028 / Angielski / Twarda / 160 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. O. S. Nock delves into the development of the precursor family of locomotives which, after struggling to meet demands in 1903, was divided into four distinct classes. This Nock approaches with detailed diagrams, tables and photographs from the period.
O. S. Nock delves into the development of the precursor family of locomotives which, after struggling to meet demands in 1903, was divided into four d...
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101,80 |
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A Century of Locomotive Building: By Robert Stephenson & Co 1823/1923
ISBN: 9780715343784 / Angielski / Twarda / 480 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This concise look at the locomotive company Robert Stephenson & Co from 1823 to 1923 by J. G. Warren provides a unique history of the locomotive industry as it came to be built. He includes details such as letters, diagrams, photos, pictures and tables to give a full understanding of that century of progression.
This concise look at the locomotive company Robert Stephenson & Co from 1823 to 1923 by J. G. Warren provides a unique history of the locomotive indus...
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173,09 |
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Rails Across Dixie: A History of Passenger Trains in the American South
ISBN: 9781476666013 / Angielski / Miękka / 476 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Covering legendary and obscure intercity passenger trains in a dozen Southeastern states, this book details the golden age of train travel. The story begins with the inception of steam locomotives in 1830 in Charleston, South Carolina, continuing through the mid 1930s changeover to diesel and the debut of Amtrak in 1971 to the present. Throughout, the book explores the technological achievements, the romance and the economic impact of traveling on the tracks. Other topics include contemporary museums and excursion trains; the development of commuter rails, monorails, light rails, and other...
Covering legendary and obscure intercity passenger trains in a dozen Southeastern states, this book details the golden age of train travel. The story ...
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218,31 |
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Railways of Telford
ISBN: 9781785000942 / Angielski / Miękka Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Why did Telford need railways? Shropshire was at the heart of the Industrial Revolution in England. The railways provided a way of getting raw materials into the works and finished products to market, and the network grew steadily with the industries of the time; mining. brick and tile making, iron smelting and forging. Author David Clarke covers the history of the railway network and lines in Telford, from its early industrial beginnings to the present day. The book examines the importance of the coal and engineering industries to the region, and covers the rolling... Why did Telford need railways? Shropshire was at the heart of the Industrial Revolution in England. The railways provided a way of getting ra... |
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86,52 |
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British Rail Class 20 Locomotives
ISBN: 9781785000980 / Angielski / Twarda / 208 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The first of the English Electric Type 1 design, what we now know as the Class 20s, appeared in June 1957. With their distinctive 'chopper' engine sound, these single-cabbed locomotives soon gained a reputation for rugged reliability brought about by their simplicity and use of tried and tested components. British Rail Class 20 Locomotives looks back at the operations of these fine locomotives since 1957, covering their varied workings and duties, regional use and railtour operations. The book also covers the technical aspects and specifications of the locomotives, including liveries... The first of the English Electric Type 1 design, what we now know as the Class 20s, appeared in June 1957. With their distinctive 'chopper' engine ... |
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140,05 |
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Lincolnshire Railways
ISBN: 9781785000829 / Angielski / Miękka / 160 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Lincolnshire is a largely rural county, which was reflected in the early history of the railway lines. The main lines mostly passed through on their way to somewhere else and the local traffic was handled by a large number of branch lines. Author Alan Stennett explores the history of the railways in Lincolnshire, starting with the very early days when it was expected that Lincoln would be on a main line to the north, only to lose out to what we now know as the East Coast Main Line. Using archive maps, original photographs and other sources, he traces the development of... Lincolnshire is a largely rural county, which was reflected in the early history of the railway lines. The main lines mostly passed through o... |
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85,50 |
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Railways of the Médoc
ISBN: 9781523253463 / Angielski / Miękka / 58 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The Compagnie du Chemin de Fer du Medoc built its line from Bordeaux to Le Verdon in the 1870s, and remained an independent company until its absorption by the Midi in 1912. As such, it was the longest surviving independent railway in France, and also the longest unconnected to the national network. In the 1880s the Societe Generale des Chemins de Fer Economiques built two standard gauge lines on the Medoc peninsular, parts of which survived as late as 1978. The history of these railways in this little-known and fascinating area of France is recounted in this volume. Topics covered include...
The Compagnie du Chemin de Fer du Medoc built its line from Bordeaux to Le Verdon in the 1870s, and remained an independent company until its absorpti...
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63,68 |
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Smoke Over Steamtown
ISBN: 9780764351273 / Angielski / Twarda / 120 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Through Dennis A. Livesey's camera lens, readers will experience the thrill of the steam railroad, a transportation system that dominated the USA for over 100 years and helped build a nation. In 131 photographs of Steamtown--a heritage railroad--see the billowing smoke and the flashing steel rods that turn enormous spoked wheels, hear the scream of the whistle, and listen as veteran railroaders share their stories and wisdom. Find out what it means to be in charge of the handbrake on a 400-passenger train as it begins a downhill descent. This book goes beyond train hardware and history,...
Through Dennis A. Livesey's camera lens, readers will experience the thrill of the steam railroad, a transportation system that dominated the USA for ...
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162,91 |
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Northwestern Pacific Railroad: Eureka to Willits
ISBN: 9781531675394 / Angielski / Twarda / 130 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The year 2014 marks the centennial of the completion of the Northwestern Pacific Railroad (NWP), celebrated by driving a "golden spike" at Cain Rock in October 1914. This achievement was the culmination of a massive, six-year engineering effort to connect rail lines ending at Willits with the early lumber company railroads of the Humboldt Bay region. When it was completed, the NWP linked Eureka with San Francisco by rail, a milestone in the history of Humboldt and Northern Mendocino Counties. This book examines the impact of the NWP on Northwestern California. Although no longer operational,...
The year 2014 marks the centennial of the completion of the Northwestern Pacific Railroad (NWP), celebrated by driving a "golden spike" at Cain Rock i...
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121,25 |
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Railroading Around Cumberland
ISBN: 9781531633783 / Angielski / Twarda / 130 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Located at the confluence of Will's Creek and the Potomac River, Cumberland, Maryland, is known as the Queen City of the Alleghenies. Because of the unique geography of the mountain passes, Cumberland became a transportation nexus between the Eastern Seaboard and the inland bounty of the United States. The National Road, a federal project initiated by Pres. Thomas Jefferson, passes through Cumberland, as does the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad and Canal. Rail lines and roads stretch out west, south, and north to industrial, agricultural, and natural resource areas. Regional short-line railroads...
Located at the confluence of Will's Creek and the Potomac River, Cumberland, Maryland, is known as the Queen City of the Alleghenies. Because of the u...
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121,25 |
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Railroads and American Political Development: Infrastructure, Federalism, and State Building
ISBN: 9780700623006 / Angielski / Twarda / 288 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. America's founders envisioned a federal government of limited and enumerated powers. What they could not envision, of course, was the vast and complex infrastructure that the growing nation would demand--a demand that became ever clearer as the power and importance of railroads emerged. The requirements of a nationwide rail network, it also became clear, far exceeded the resources of state and local government and private industry. The consequences, as seen in this book, amounted to state building from the ground up. In Railroads and American Political Development Zachary Callen tells...
America's founders envisioned a federal government of limited and enumerated powers. What they could not envision, of course, was the vast and complex...
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222,55 |
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Special Steam Locomotives
ISBN: 9781530764921 / Angielski / Miękka / 446 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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342,32 |
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The GWR Handbook: The Great Western Railway 1923-47
ISBN: 9780750967525 / Angielski / Miękka / 248 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. For many the GWR was synonymous with vacations by the sea in the West Country, but it was originated to serve as a fast railway line to London, especially for the merchants and financiers of Bristol. Its operations stretched as far as Merseyside, it provided most services in Wales, and was the main line to Cardiff, Bristol, Cornwall, and Birmingham. This classic book was first published in 2006 and reveals the equipment, stations, network, shipping and air services, bus operations including Western National, and overall reach and history of the GWR. This authoritative new book, in series with...
For many the GWR was synonymous with vacations by the sea in the West Country, but it was originated to serve as a fast railway line to London, especi...
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100,64 |
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Lost Lines of Wales: Ruabon to Barmouth
ISBN: 9781909823174 / Angielski / Twarda / 64 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Author Tom Ferris uncovers Wales' railway heritage through a series of four pocket books, each one looking at a"lost line" of Wales. Explore the Cambrian Coast line station-by-station as the history, heritage, and social background of the railway and its passengers is brought to life using archive photography, some of it never before published.
Author Tom Ferris uncovers Wales' railway heritage through a series of four pocket books, each one looking at a"lost line" of Wales. Explore the Cambr...
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50,28 |
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Lost Lines of Wales: Brecon to Newport
ISBN: 9781909823181 / Angielski / Miękka / 64 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Author Tom Ferris uncovers Wales' railway heritage through a series of four pocket books, each one looking at a "lost line" of Wales. Explore the Brecon to Newport line station-by-station as the history, heritage, and social background of the railway and its passengers is brought to life using archive photography, some of it never before published.
Author Tom Ferris uncovers Wales' railway heritage through a series of four pocket books, each one looking at a "lost line" of Wales. Explore the Brec...
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45,24 |
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Lost Lines of Wales: Aberystwyth to Carmarthen
ISBN: 9781909823198 / Angielski / Twarda / 64 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Author Tom Ferris uncovers Wales' railway heritage through a series of four pocket books, each one looking at a "lost line" of Wales. Explore the Aberystwyth to Carmarthen line station-by-station as the history, heritage, and social background of the railway and its passengers is brought to life using archive photography, some of it never before published.
Author Tom Ferris uncovers Wales' railway heritage through a series of four pocket books, each one looking at a "lost line" of Wales. Explore the Aber...
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45,24 |
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American Railroads: Decline and Renaissance in the Twentieth Century
ISBN: 9780674970793 / Angielski / Miękka / 528 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Overregulated and displaced by barges, trucks, and jet aviation, railroads fell into decline. Their misfortune was measured in lost market share, abandoned track, bankruptcies, and unemployment. Today, rail transportation is reviving. American Railroads tells a riveting story about how this iconic industry managed to turn itself around.
Overregulated and displaced by barges, trucks, and jet aviation, railroads fell into decline. Their misfortune was measured in lost market share, aban...
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121,30 |
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