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Summersdale Slow Trains Around Britain - Travel Writing Book

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Experience a unique journey across the United Kingdom with Slow Trains Around Britain. Written by travel writer and train enthusiast Tom Chesshyre, this book celebrates 200 years of passenger railways through a massive 4,088-mile adventure. Following 143 different rides, this travelogue offers a zigzagging tour of the country where the railway era first began. From the historic beginnings in Darlington in 1825 to the modern tracks of today, Chesshyre provides a charming and easy-going narrative. Whether you are a dedicated rail enthusiast or someone who simply enjoys a good travel story, these notes offer a deep look into the history and movement of British rail. This book serves as a perfect companion for those interested in food and travel writing, capturing the essence of life on the tracks through a discursive and engaging lens.

Key Features

Explore a massive 4,088-mile adventure covering a wide range of locations across the United Kingdom.

Follow 143 individual train rides that document the history and evolution of British passenger railways.

Written by Tom Chesshyre, a dedicated travel writer and train enthusiast with a passion for rail history.

Celebrate 200 years of railway heritage, starting from the momentous first journeys in Darlington in 1825.

Enjoy a charming and discursive travelogue that is accessible to both rail experts and casual readers.

Perfect for fans of travel writing and those interested in the cultural history of British transport.

Product Specifications
Brand
Summersdale
Format
hardcover
ASIN
1837995273
Category
Books > Subjects > Food & Drink > Food & Travel Writing
Domain
Amazon UK
Release Date
08 May 2025
Listed Since
16 August 2024

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