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This brilliant book deals with the fascination and excitement of world railway history, from Stephenson's Rocket to the modern age. With splendid illustrations and a sparkling narrative, it charters the fundamental stages and main events of railway history, from the birth of steam locomotion to modern high-speed trains. Divided into six sections, each chapter documents a significant period in the development of the railways and tells the stories of the key men, inventions, challenge and technological breakthroughs. A beautiful gift for a mature train fan to add to their collection. This paperback book has 328 pages and measures: 29.5 x 21.5 x 2.5cm.