The Tramways Of Australia

The Tramways Of Australia

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Samuel Brimson
Binding: Hardback
Published: Dreamweaver Books, 1985

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings

Samuel Brimson's The Tramways Of Australia chronicles the fascinating history of urban rail transport across the continent. This comprehensive volume details the rise and evolution of tram networks in various Australian cities, from their bustling beginnings to their eventual transformations. Brimson presents a meticulously researched account, illustrating the engineering marvels, economic impacts, and social significance these systems held for generations of Australians. The narrative uncovers the challenges and triumphs faced by these vital public services, offering a nostalgic yet authoritative look at a bygone era of urban mobility. It serves as an essential resource for enthusiasts of transport history and those interested in Australia's urban development.

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Description

Author: Samuel Brimson
Binding: Hardback
Published: Dreamweaver Books, 1985

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings

Samuel Brimson's The Tramways Of Australia chronicles the fascinating history of urban rail transport across the continent. This comprehensive volume details the rise and evolution of tram networks in various Australian cities, from their bustling beginnings to their eventual transformations. Brimson presents a meticulously researched account, illustrating the engineering marvels, economic impacts, and social significance these systems held for generations of Australians. The narrative uncovers the challenges and triumphs faced by these vital public services, offering a nostalgic yet authoritative look at a bygone era of urban mobility. It serves as an essential resource for enthusiasts of transport history and those interested in Australia's urban development.