ROSS, DAVID - The Illustrated History of British Steam Railways

London, Marks & Spencer, 2004. (ISBN: 1844611450) Hard Cover with dust jacket, 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Comprehensive history of the age of steam from the basic design of Trevithick's engine in 1804 to Stephenson's rocket in 1829, the opening of the Liverpool Manchester line in 1830 and the golden era of train travel in the early 20th century. A very good clean hardback in dustwrapper which shows signs of shelfwear. Illustrated with hundreds of colour and b/w photographs, maps and artworks. 320 pages including index. Prompt dispatch. Very Good/Good.