The Railway Atlas of Scotland

Name: The Railway Atlas of Scotland
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SKU: 9781780272382
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Two Hundred Years of History in Maps

By David Spaven

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Summary

The Railway Atlas of Scotland by David Spaven is a fascinating exploration of Scotland's railway history and geography. It provides a detailed depiction of both historic and contemporary railway lines across Scotland, enhanced with maps and illustrations. This travel and adventure guide paints a vivid picture of the evolution of rail travel in Scotland, offering insights into the cultural and economic impact of railways on the region.
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Format: Hardback

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You might enjoy this book if you're passionate about exploring the intricate network of Scotland's railways and their historical significance. With detailed maps and engaging narratives, it offers a fascinating journey into the evolution of rail travel across the scenic landscapes of Scotland. Historians, railway enthusiasts, and anyone with a love for Scottish history may find it particularly appealing.

This is the first book of its kind to feature the story of Scotland's railways through maps, packed withsumptuous map reproductions as well as railway memorabilia. Will appeal not just to railway enthusiasts and those who appreciate the beauty of maps, but also to readers fascinated by the role of railways in Scotland's modern developments.

Description

The rich diversity of Scotland's railway network has never before been the subject of a specialist atlas. The Railway Atlas of Scotland by David Spaven showcases 100 topographical and railway maps, telling the story of the country's railways from the early nineteenth century to the present day.

This beautiful atlas allows the reader to understand the bigger story of the effects of the railways on the landscape and the impact of Scotland's distinctive geography on the pattern of railway development over a period of nearly 200 years.

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The Railway Atlas of Scotland by David Spaven is highly praised for its informative and entertaining content, appealing to railway enthusiasts with its detailed maps described as artistic and insightful. It is considered a well-designed and attractively presented work that offers new insights even to seasoned enthusiasts. Reviewers highlight its in-depth commentary and inspirational approach to the subject of Scottish railways.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781780272382

Publisher: Birlinn General

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 09 October 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Birlinn Ltd

Illustration: Maps throughout

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 280.0mm

Height: 310.0mm

Weight: 2180g

Pages: 224

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About the Author

David Spaven was born and brought up in Edinburgh, and has lived and worked in Inverness, London and Glasgow. He spent his whole working life in the rail industry and is the author of a number of acclaimed railways books, including Mapping the Railways (HarperCollins, 2011) and Britain's Scenic Railways (HarperCollins, 2012).