Pullman Trains in Britain (Paperback)

R.W. Kidner

ISBN 10: 0853615314 / ISBN 13: 9780853615316

Published by Stenlake Publishing, Catrine, 1998

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Paperback. There have been Pullmans on British railways for 120 years. From 1960 the cars themselves, which had formerly stood out proudly in a train, became very similar to ordinary coaches. Fortunately, a number of 'traditional' cars had been purchased privately, and were often seen on the main lines, until restrictions on permissible bogies affected some; but the VSOE still runs and there are a few on private railways. This book contains material originally published in "Pullman Cars of the 'Southern' 1875-1972" (LP164), which it replaces. It is presented in an A5 format, with 112 pages with around 100 photos/plans etc. Presented on art paper throughout, it has a full colour laminated cover with a square-backed spine. There have been Pullmans on British railways for 120 years. From 1960 the cars themselves, which had formerly stood out proudly in a train, became very similar to ordinary coaches. Fortunately, a number of 'traditional' cars had been purchased privately. This book is presented in an A5 format, with around 100 photos/plans. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Pullman Trains in Britain (Paperback)
• Publisher: Stenlake Publishing, Catrine
• Publication Date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0853615314
• ISBN 13: 9780853615316
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Oakwood Press gloss pictorial card covered book with square bound spine. LP210 in the Oakwood Locomotion Papers Series. The history of the use of Pullman luxury carriages on the railweays of Britain. Includes section on the Southern, King's Cross and Caledonian and the use of Pullmans by British Railways. 1998 1st edition. 112pp of text history with numerous B&W photographs throughout. Approximately A5 size.