The Directory of British Tramways
Author | : Keith Turner |
Publisher | : Haynes Publications |
Total Pages | : 242 |
Release | : 1996 |
ISBN-10 | : 1852605499 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781852605490 |
Rating | : 4/5 (490 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Directory of British Tramways written by Keith Turner and published by Haynes Publications. This book was released on 1996 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Subtitled: Every Passenger-Carrying Tramway, Past and Present. A comprehensive survey of all passenger-carrying tramways ever operated in the British Isles, including Ireland, the Isle of Man and other island systems. All forms of traction are included -- horse, cable, steam, gas and electric -- together with all track gauges from monorail to 18-ft., making this a unique single-volume reference. Systems are fully described including opening and closing dates, takeovers, route lengths, type of stock used, and tramcar numbers. Hdbd., 8 1/4 x 10 1/2, 248 pgs., 218 b&w ill.