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A unique, beautifully illustrated and comprehensive history of the world's greatest railway maps, and the railways behind them The irresistible follow-up to the cult favorite, Metro Maps of the World, Mark Ovenden's new book is an extraordinary compendium of historical and contemporary railway maps and posters from every corner of the world. The history of the railway is the history of Britain -and France, and America, and Japan, and Russia, among many others. Featuring hundreds of images, covering two centuries of advertising,surveyors' maps, route guides, travel posters, photos, and Google Earth maps, this is a book brimming with history, anecdotes, facts, and data. It is a must-have guide for every train fanatic, armchair or ticketed, as well as lovers of graphic design, history and the romance of train travel.Product Identifiers
PublisherPenguin Books LTD
ISBN-139781846143915
eBay Product ID (ePID)109178885
Product Key Features
Number of Pages144 Pages
Publication NameGreat Railway Maps of the World
LanguageEnglish
SubjectRailway, History
Publication Year2011
TypeTextbook
AuthorMark Ovenden
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height285 mm
Item Weight1032 g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
Title_AuthorMark Ovenden