Victorian Stations: Railway Stations In England & Wales 1830-1923
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Gordon Biddle
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: David & Charles: Newton Abbot, 1973
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing , price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
This comprehensive historical account, Victorian Stations: Railway Stations In England & Wales 1830-1923, chronicles the remarkable architectural and engineering achievements of the Victorian era's railway expansion. It presents a detailed examination of the design, construction, and cultural impact of railway stations across England and Wales during a pivotal period of industrial growth. The narrative illustrates how these grand structures became symbols of progress and innovation, shaping the landscape and daily lives of millions. Gordon Biddle's meticulous research details the evolution of station architecture, from early functional designs to the elaborate masterpieces that defined the age. This authoritative work offers an invaluable resource for enthusiasts of transport history and architectural heritage.
Author: Gordon Biddle
Published: 1973, David & Charles: Newton Abbot
Author: Gordon Biddle
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: David & Charles: Newton Abbot, 1973
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing , price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
This comprehensive historical account, Victorian Stations: Railway Stations In England & Wales 1830-1923, chronicles the remarkable architectural and engineering achievements of the Victorian era's railway expansion. It presents a detailed examination of the design, construction, and cultural impact of railway stations across England and Wales during a pivotal period of industrial growth. The narrative illustrates how these grand structures became symbols of progress and innovation, shaping the landscape and daily lives of millions. Gordon Biddle's meticulous research details the evolution of station architecture, from early functional designs to the elaborate masterpieces that defined the age. This authoritative work offers an invaluable resource for enthusiasts of transport history and architectural heritage.