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| Author | : R H N Hardy |
| Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 129 |
| Release | : 2020-06-11 |
| Genre | : Transportation |
| ISBN | : 1784424749 |
The LNER Class A3 Pacific locomotive No. 4472 'Flying Scotsman' is one of the world's most iconic steam engines. It was built in 1923 for the London and North Eastern Railway at Doncaster Works to a design by Nigel Gresley. Taking its name from the London to Edinburgh non-stop service on which it was employed, 'Flying Scotsman' worked many long-distance express trains in a career in which it covered more than 2,000,000 miles (3,200,000 km). This fascinating pocket-book tells the story of this distinguished locomotive through authentic period literature including LNER and BR service manuals, giving an insight into her construction and operation from the height of her fame in the 1930s through to the end of her BR service in 1963.
| Author | : Chris Ellis |
| Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 702 |
| Release | : 2014-02-05 |
| Genre | : Crafts & Hobbies |
| ISBN | : 1844862453 |
Hornby is a household name with a history that goes back over 80 years. This book looks at the Hornby range in depth, and shows how Hornby models can be used to build a model railway layout to suit the space available and all levels of modelling skill. Now completely revised and updated, it is packed with hints and tips for easy layout building, scenic structure modelling, track laying and wiring and extra detailing, and provides ideas for working at the simplest level, including a layout for very young enthusiasts, through to the more experienced modeller. Extra sections relating to recent developments in the hobby are included, along with new photography, new layouts and recent additions to Hornby rolling stock and the Skaledale range.
| Author | : Bob Gwynne |
| Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 57 |
| Release | : 2011-08-20 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 0747809461 |
The Flying Scotsman is probably the most famous railway locomotive in the world. It first caused a sensation for its beauty and its speed in 1923, and it soon became a national icon. The fastest and most comfortable way of travelling between London and Scotland, The Flying Scotsman only got faster and more luxurious as competition from other routes, airlines, and the motor car threatened. From 1928 it began running non-stop, an achievement that earned it yet more attention. This superbly illustrated book celebrates the much-loved locomotive, the train that shared its name, the route it took, and how it captured the imagination of the nation.
| Author | : Eden Phillpotts |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 78 |
| Release | : 1888 |
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| Author | : Eden Phillpotts |
| Publisher | : Good Press |
| Total Pages | : 32 |
| Release | : 2021-05-20 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
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This book is an incredible story of John Lott, a small, middle-aged banking clerk, who lived in North London. The story of this gentle and respected man was narrated to the author by Lott himself, but the author has presented it in a first-person narrative to preserve his true nature and characteristics. The writing style of the book is sublime and the story absorbing. It is easily comprehensible which holds the reader's interest throughout. Excerpt from My Adventure in the Flying Scotsman "THE rain gave over about five o'clock, and the sun, having struggled unavailingly all day with a leaden November sky, burst forth in fiery rage, when but a few short minutes separated him from the horizon. His tawny splendour surrounded me as I trudged from Richmond, in Surrey, to the neighbouring hamlet of Petersham. Above me the wet, naked branches of the trees shone red, and seemed to drip with blood; the hedgerows sparkled their flaming gems; in the meadows, which I struck across to save time, parallel streaks of crimson lay along the cart-ruts. "
| Author | : Desert Sea |
| Publisher | : Hip Pocket Guide Perth 2013 |
| Total Pages | : 215 |
| Release | : 2013 |
| Genre | : Travel |
| ISBN | : 0987488805 |
Covering fashion, bars, clubs, restaurants, accommodation, culture, sport, day trips and much more Hip Pocket Guide – Perth e-book is the essential guide for visitors wanting to experience Perth and WA like a local.
| Author | : R H N Hardy |
| Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 129 |
| Release | : 2014-01-07 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 1844862372 |
The LNER Class A3 Pacific locomotive No. 4472 'Flying Scotsman' is one of the world's most iconic steam engines. It was built in 1923 for the London and North Eastern Railway at Doncaster Works to a design by Nigel Gresley. Taking its name from the London to Edinburgh non-stop service on which it was employed, 'Flying Scotsman' worked many long-distance express trains in a career in which it covered more than 2,000,000 miles (3,200,000 km). This fascinating pocket-book tells the story of this distinguished locomotive through authentic period literature including LNER and BR service manuals, giving an insight into her construction and operation from the height of her fame in the 1930s through to the end of her BR service in 1963.
| Author | : Rough Guides |
| Publisher | : Apa Publications (UK) Limited |
| Total Pages | : 280 |
| Release | : 2024-10-01 |
| Genre | : Travel |
| ISBN | : 1835291538 |
This compact, pocket-sized York travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on weekend trips or shorter breaks in the UK. It includes ready-made walking and driving itineraries that allow you to organise your visit to York without losing time planning. The York guidebook covers: The Heart of York, The Minster, City Walls, Shopping Streets, The Shambles, Jorvik Viking Centre, Clifford's Tower, York Castle Museum, York Dungeon, North York Moors National Park, Medieval Churches, The Railway Museum, Theatre Royal, Narrow Streets and Hidden Treasures, Ramparts and Rivers, Roman and Viking York, Excursions. Inside this York travel book you will find: 11 ready-made walks and tours – easy-to-follow walking and driving tour itineraries featuring the best places to visit, as well as what to do and where to eat along the way Walks and tour highlights – shortlists highlight the best of each walk or tour Things not to miss in York – York Minster, The Shambles, The City Walls, Merchant Adventurers' Hall, Fairfax House, York Castle Museum, Jorvik Viking Centre, National Railway Museum, Stonegate, Yorkshire Museum and Gardens Curated recommendations of places – main attractions, off-the-beaten-track adventures, child-friendly family activities, chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas Rainy day recommendations – plenty of options, whatever the British weather throws at you Insider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots Historical and cultural insights – learn more about York’s rich history with fascinating cultural insights. Trip tips – outdoor activities and themed holidays Practical information – how to get there and how to get around, facts for visitors Handy mapping – practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered sights relating to major points of interest in the main text Fully updated post-COVID-19
| Author | : Tim Hillier-Graves |
| Publisher | : Pen and Sword |
| Total Pages | : 226 |
| Release | : 2023-12-30 |
| Genre | : Transportation |
| ISBN | : 1399059564 |
Herbert Nigel Gresley’s first Pacifics, though notable in their day, were made universally famous by one of their number – 4722 Flying Scotsman. Throughout her life she has been feted and glamorised far more than any of her sisters and yet when appearing from the LNER Works at Doncaster in 1923 she was just another member of the class, but at some stage, early in her career, she acquired star status and to this day has not lost it. But why is this so and why do people care so deeply about this locomotive even though her deeds were easily exceeded by Gresley’s A4 Pacifics? Was it her styling, her name, her performance or simply the work of very talented purveyors of slick PR? Or was it an amalgam of all these issues? As Flying Scotsman reaches 100 ‘not out’ it is fascinating to reflect on these questions. But to do so we must consider how the Class came about, how they were developed, the impact they made on society as it was then, how they were sold to a waiting public and much more. From all this we may be able to understand why 4472 rose above the others and became an icon that still graces our lives today. It is, the author believes, a story without parallel in railway history.
| Author | : David Marcum |
| Publisher | : Andrews UK Limited |
| Total Pages | : 547 |
| Release | : 2017-03-21 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1780928262 |
Part One of a record breaking three-volume collection, bringing together over sixty of the world’s leading Sherlock Holmes authors. All the stories are traditional Sherlock Holmes pastiches. This volume covers the years from 1881 to 1889, including contributions from:John Hall, Hugh Ashton, Adrian Middleton, David Marcum, Jayantika Ganguly, Denis O. Smith, Amy Thomas, Kevin David Barratt, Luke Benjamen Kuhns, Summer Perkins, Deanna Baran, Shane Simmons, C.H. Dye, Mark Mower, Derrick Belanger , Daniel D. Victor, Steve Mountain, Stephen Wade, John Heywood, Will Thomas, Daniel McGachey, Martin Rosenstock, Craig Janacek, (and a poem from Michael Kurland). The authors are donating all the royalties from the collection to preservation projects at Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s former home, Undershaw.
