Patrick Whitehouse Reihenfolge der Bücher (Chronologisch)

Obsah:historie,rozchod a měřítko,hnací síla,první kroky,kovové stavebnice,sbíráme modely vlaků,fotografujeme železniční modely,snaha o realitu,modelové železnice dnes...

The final collaborative work from the celebrated partnership of David St John Thomas and Patrick Whitehouse, The Trains We Loved recalls the finest days of Britain's railways, at the end of the steam era and into the early years of nationalization. This richly-illustrated volume features 32 splendid paintings, many previously unpublished, by Philip Hawkins, and 100 of the finest black and white railway photographs by Philip Alexander, Eric Treacy and other famous names. The richly atmospheric text, is a satisfying mix of nostalgia and sound research.

A companion volume to "Great Days of the Country Railway", this book looks at the express trains of the past. Travelling longer non-stop distances than is common today, these trains had greater individuality in carriages, restaurant cars and fares.

A collection of photographs of old-time engines huffing and puffing their way across England

The railway at the heart of Britain, the LNER once held the world steam speed record. From Scottish ports to Lowestoft in the east, there were many faces to the LNER and management encouraged evolution like no other rail company of its time. This book contains many stirring stories and first-hand recounts of the 150-year history of the railway. Evocative pictures from the age of steam, together with accurate technical information, make this book ideal for the railway enthusiast.

A Passion for SteamBy David St. John Thomas and Patrick Whitehouse This book is perfect for every steam buff. Inside they'll find nostalgic and imaginative writing combined with vintage photographs that celebrate the unique joys of steam trains. The passion associated with these great iron horses has led to a myriad of heartfelt prose, but no other book has come closer to the heart of the matter. A Passion for Steam combines technical knowledge with warm memories and high-quality photographs dedicated to this unique form of power.

This text celebrates the 150th anniversary of the opening of the major part of the London to Southampton, demonstrating it was not all plain sailing. Retelling in words and pictures the full story of the smallest of the four major companies of the Grouping era, with contributions from experts in all fields including many who worked on the line. The Southern devloped its own touch of magic, created the world's largest suburban electrification, and increased its passengers by 50%, despite the depression and road competition.