The ancient city of York has been closely associated with railways
since their conception and promotion by the Railway King', George
Hudson. Its impressive station and engine sheds have played host to
the elite of East Coast Main Line traction as well as a wide
variety of locals'. The major stabling point of York North shed,
coded 50A was home to a diverse collection of steam locomotives as
well as welcoming visiting engines from the wider network. As such
it attracted interest from enthusiasts not only of steam power but
later on as an important diesel depot, finally closing but later to
be reborn as the National Railway Museum. Constructed in 1877 it
was the largest railway station in the world. Legendary expresses
have called at the platforms under the imposing curved glass and
iron roof, now a Grade II* listed building. Today's flyers' race
between London and Edinburgh at speeds unheard of in steam days
while cross-country services also bring visitors keen to explore
York's historic and cultural heritage. Yet the sight and sound of
steam traction is still a major attraction in this modern era, with
crowds flocking to see preserved locomotives at the head of the
trains which regularly grace these famous tracks. David Mather has
brought together a collection of his images which represents York's
railway heritage from its earliest days through to the present and
which shows the city to be still justified in claiming the title
Railway Centre'.
General
Imprint: |
Pen & Sword Transport
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
April 2022 |
Authors: |
David Mather
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Dimensions: |
282 x 216 x 18mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover
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Pages: |
144 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-399-09036-0 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
1-399-09036-4 |
Barcode: |
9781399090360 |
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