Railways: Illustrated History Books & Guides

Rails Across Europe : Eastern and Southern Europe

The two volumes covering Rails Across Europe are divided into one covering the North and West of the continent, the other dealing with the South and East. The photos were taken by David Cable, well-regarded author of several photographic albums of trains throughout the world, supplemented by a few taken by friends.

The books show pictures of modern traction mainly from the 1980s up to the current era, showing the huge variety of classes - locomotives as well as multiple units - and the panoply of colour schemes that continue to grow. The photos were taken both at railway stations and in the countryside and give a wide range of locations.

The first volume covers Scandinavia, the Baltic states, Germany, Poland, the Benelux countries, the United Kingdom and Ireland.
This second volume deals with France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Switzerland, Austria and the majority of Central European and Balkan countries, which had been in the former Soviet Eastern Block.

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Author:	David Cable
Details:	264 pages, 9.7 x 7.5 in (24.5 x 19 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	200 color photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	Pen & Sword Books Ltd (GB, 2016)
ISBN:	9781473844322

Rails Across Europe : Northern and Western Europe

The first of two volumes covering the North and West of the continent. The photos were taken by David Cable, a well-regarded author of several photographic albums of trains throughout the world, supplemented by a few taken by friends.

The books show pictures of modern traction mainly from the 1980s to the current era, covering the huge variety of classes - locomotives as well as multiple units - and the panoply of colour schemes that continue to grow.
The photos were taken both at railway stations and in the countryside and give a wide range of locations. The first volume covers Scandinavia, the Baltic states, Germany, Poland, the Benelux countries, the United Kingdom and Ireland.

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Author:	David Cable
Details:	248 pages, 9.7 x 7.5 in (24.5 x 19 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	200 color photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	Pen & Sword Books Ltd (GB, 2016)
ISBN:	9781473844285

The Second Age of Rail : A History of High-Speed Trains

Speed on steel wheels has fascinated engineers for nearly two centuries, and a string of stunning records in the last thirty years has pushed railway engineering towards new frontiers. Japan set the precedent with its legendary bullet trains in 1964; since then more than a dozen countries have joined the high-speed revolution.
Today, China is setting the pace as it crafts a nationwide network of super-railways, and Morocco and Saudi Arabia have joined the club of nations where trains travel at 300km/h or more.

The USA lags far behind, outpaced by Asia and Western Europe, where Eurostar links London to the international high-speed network - although a new-generation railway to northern England is still missing.
In this new and updated edition of "The Second Age of Rail", the full story of high-speed trains is retold in a journey across countries and continents.

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Author:	Murray Hughes
Details:	204 pages, 8.7 x 9.7 x 0.67 in (22 x 24.5 x 1.7 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	165 color photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	The History Press Ltd (GB, 2020)
ISBN:	9780750993982

When Trolleys Ruled the Earth - A Photographic History of Streetcars, Cable Cars, and Classic Trams

Celebrate the bygone era of trolleys with "When Trolleys Ruled the Earth," an illustrated book offering a detailed exploration of classic 20th-century antique trolleys. With over 90 captivating images, the book showcases the vibrant history of these colorful and functional vehicles that once dominated urban public transportation.
The book features high-quality, ultra-high-resolution scans from the CGR Restoration Workshop archives. Spanning the latter half of the 20th century, it presents pristine digitally restored scans of negatives from the first half of the century, portraying a diverse array of trolleys, streetcars, cable cars, and more.

Authoritatively introduced by World's Fair historian and writer, Mark Bussler, the book pays homage to the integral role trolleys played in American cities for decades. It delves into their sudden disappearance, with trolley lines vanishing and rails being paved over. Beyond celebrating their design, the book aims to preserve the legacy and historical significance of these mass transit pioneers.

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Author:	Mark Bussler
Details:	130 pages, 11 x 8.5 x 0.31 in (28 x 21.5 x 0.8 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	90+ b&w and color photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	CGR Publishing (USA, 2022)
ISBN:	9781592183012

Das goldene Zeitalter der Eisenbahn - Die Epoche der Luxuszüge 1850 bis 1960

Before cars and airplanes began their triumphant advance, the railway was the uncrowned queen of long-distance travel. This era began with the construction of the major long-distance routes in the second half of the 19th century and only ended with the start of the Second World War.
But even today, there are still luxurious passenger trains in many countries around the world, which have extended the golden age of the railway into the 21st century.

Pages of the book "Das goldene Zeitalter der Eisenbahn - Die Epoche der Luxuszüge 1850 bis 1960"

In their book, Eberhard Urban and Kristiane Müller-Urban draw a line from history to the present day and at the same time give readers tips on where they can still travel in the style of the golden age.

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Author:	Eberhard Urban, Kristiane Müller-Urban
Details:	160 pages, 9 x 12 in (24 x 30.5 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	41 b&w and 282 color photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	Transpress (D, 2017)
ISBN:	9783613715448

Eisenbahnreisen - Fernweh auf Schienen

A train journey usually also involves a feeling of adventure - whether on board the Orient Express from London to Istanbul, on the Rocky Mountaineer through the Canadian Rocky Mountains or on the Serra Verde Express through the Brazilian rainforest.

Learn about the Alaska Railroad, which carries freight and passengers along the Alaskan coast; or the 7, 000-kilometer Trans-Siberian Railway, which crosses Mongolia and Russia from Beijing to Moscow. With 200 outstanding color photographs, this book takes you to some of the most historic, spectacular and remote places in the world.

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Author:	David Ross
Details:	224 pages, 8.5 x 11.4 in (21.5 x 29 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	210 color photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	Transpress (D, 2020)
ISBN:	9783613716056

Zahnradbahnen der Welt - Die Enzyklopädie

For decades, rack railways have been ensuring a relaxed ascent to numerous peaks all over the world. They transport passengers mostly because of the beautiful views, but sometimes also as an important urban means of transport.
The majority of the railways have retained their unique charm to this day, while others were discontinued and dismantled decades ago.

Whether from Germany, Switzerland or the USA - Cyrill Seifert provides a comprehensive overview of all cog railways that are accessible to public transport. In doing so, he opens up a whole new dimension of the railway adventure for his readers.

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Author:	Cyrill Seifert
Details:	256 pages, 10.4 x 9.1 in (26.5 x 23 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	350 b&w and color photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	Transpress (D, 2020)
ISBN:	9783613713772