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To the Edge of the World
The Story of the Trans-Siberian Railway
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The epic story of the world's longest and greatest railway, as told by Britain's bestselling transport historian.
The epic story of the world's longest and greatest railway, as told by Britain's bestselling transport historian.
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Christian Wolmar expertly tells the story of the Trans-Siberian railway from its conception and construction under Tsar Alexander III, to the northern extension ordered by Brezhnev and its current success as a vital artery. He also explores the crucial role the line played in both the Russian Civil War—Trotsky famously used an armoured carriage as his command post—and the Second World War, during which the railway saved the country from certain defeat.
Like the author's previous railway histories, it focuses on the personalities, as well as the political and economic events, that lay behind one of the most extraordinary engineering triumphs of the nineteenth century.
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Christian Wolmar's work is praised for its engaging and witty narrative style, providing a compelling exploration of Russia and its people while detailing the construction and significance of the Trans-Siberian Railway. It is recognised for its examination of one of the 19th century's most remarkable engineering accomplishments, highlighting the railway's geopolitical importance with clarity and accessibility. The book is recommended for its broader appeal beyond railway enthusiasts, offering an insightful historical perspective.
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ISBN: 9780857890382
Publisher: Atlantic Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 06 November 2014
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Atlantic Books
Edition: Main
Illustration: 2x8pp b/w and colour plates. Maps in text.
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 21.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 197.0mm
Weight: 285g
Pages: 304
About the Author
Christian Wolmar is Britain's foremost writer and broadcaster on transport matters. He writes regularly for a wide variety of publications including the Independent, Evening Standard and Rail magazine, and appears frequently on TV and radio as a commentator. His previous books include the widely acclaimed The Subterranean Railway, Fire and Steam, Blood, Iron and Gold, Engines of War and The Great Railway Revolution.
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