Railway posters have a huge appeal to the modern audience, but just
what is it that appeals to us? Enduring images of iconic
locomotives, bathing beauties and characters such as Sunny South
Sam are testament to the persuasive power of the railway company
marketing departments established in the late nineteenth century.
Railway posters not only tell us about railway history and
technology, architectural and engineering accomplishments, but they
also give us insights into the cultural and social significance of
the railways. The influence of the railway industry on our cities
and coastlines and the development of leisure time and holiday
resorts can be seen in the recurring images of ramblers, bathers
and idyllic tourist destinations. This book explores the changing
styles and functions of the railway poster from the early
pre-grouping days through to the inter-war 'golden age', World War
Two and the nationalised British Railways.
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