Flying Scotsman: The Legend Lives On

An analysis of this triumph of engineering, including case studies of the key engineers, locomotive development, and career of this celebrated train. From hauling the first non-stop express from London to Edinburgh in 1928 and breaking the 100mph barrier in 1934, to being sold in 1963, and to its final home at the York National Railway Centre, The Flying Scotsman has a rich and, at times, controversial history. It has travelled across the USA and steamed across Australia, changed owners and color and sold for the highest price ever paid for a locomotive. Relive the great age of steam and follow the making of the legend that is apple green and called Flying Scotsman. An informative and highly illustrated account of British Steam engines and railways, which includes concise, appealing articles on locomotive development and industrial progress.

© 2009 Wharncliffe Books (E-bog): 9781783409853

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E-bog: 19. september 2009