The Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway: A Concise History, O. S. Nock — 1st Ed

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The Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway: A Concise History, O. S. Nock — 1st Ed

Name: The Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway: A Concise History, O. S. Nock — 1st Ed
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SKU: 5538
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Publication: Shepperton, Ian Allan, 1969

Formatting: 8vo, pp. 159.

Condition Report: Near Fine. The red cloth binding is remarkably fresh and square, exhibiting no significant shelf-wear or bumping to the boards, while the spine lettering remains exceptionally bright and entirely unoxidised. Internally, the text block is tight, and the leaves are crisp, clean, and free from any foxing, with only the faintest hint of dust-dulling to the top edge. The original dust-jacket remains vibrant and largely complete, though it bears minor rubbing to the extremities, mild creasing to the spine ends, and has had its front flap diagonally clipped at the bottom corner.

Catalogue Note: First edition. Profusely illustrated with photographs, drawings, and maps, the volume also features a striking colour frontispiece. The vibrant dust-jacket illustration features a steam locomotive by railway artist George Heiron, while the plain red rear panel proudly displays the Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway crest.

Finding this classic title in such tight, bright, and clean condition is increasingly uncommon, making it a highly desirable addition for the transport historian.

In this engaging and authoritative volume, seasoned railway historian O. S. Nock offers a vibrant portrait of the Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway. Affectionately known as the "Lanky," this railway grew from its origins as the Manchester & Leeds Railway to become the most intensively worked rail network in the British Isles. Nock meticulously details the company's pioneering locomotive engineering, particularly the famed designs emerging from the Horwich Works, as well as its dense passenger and goods traffic, its steep Pennine gradients, and its ultimate 1922 amalgamation with the London & North Western Railway. The result is a compelling, fast-paced history that brings the golden age of northern steam back to life.

Book Condition: Very Good

Book Authors: O. S. Nock

Book Publisher: Ian Allan

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Transport

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 159

Book Publication Year: 1969

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: George Heiron

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: Addlestone, Surrey, United Kingdom

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