- Hardcover
- Publisher: Globe Pequot Pr; 3rd edition (May 1997)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0762700106
- ISBN-13: 978-0762700103
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
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A 3rd edition of this handbook on visiting India by train, which combines anecdote with evocative description, provides details on how to plan a trouble-free journey and includes a special chapter for steam enthusiasts.
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The best way to see India
When I first met Royston Ellis in the 1980s I was impressed by the fact that as a 1950s "beat poet" he had written the words for a new pop group who called themselves The Beatles. Then he started telling me about travelling by train in India with such enthusiasm that this book was commissioned. This has been the most popular of all the Bradt rail guides. Royston's descriptions of the joys (and tribulations) of travelling on India's extensive rail network is infectious. Rail is the safest, easiest and most scenic way of seeing the country. This book tells you exactly how to make the most of your Indrail Pass. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
When I first met Royston Ellis in the 1980s I was impressed by the fact that as a 1950s "beat poet" he had written the words for a new pop group who called themselves The Beatles. Then he started telling me about travelling by train in India with such enthusiasm that this book was commissioned. This has been the most popular of all the Bradt rail guides. Royston's descriptions of the joys (and tribulations) of travelling on India's extensive rail network is infectious. Rail is the safest, easiest and most scenic way of seeing the country. This book tells you exactly how to make the most of your Indrail Pass. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
For anyone contemplating a train journey in India, this is the book to read. It captures the atmosphere of train travel, as well as giving valuable practical information and advice. It was a great help to me on my travels throughout India. Without it,I probably wouldn't have even tried a train and I would have missed so much. With it, I travelled well and inexpensively and had a great time, both on and off the rails. It's a great book for an adventurous holiday you can do by yourself and never feel lonely with Royston Ellis's book as your companion.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
"India by Rail" by Royston Ellis is probably the only wortwhile book aimed at rail enthusiasts visiting India. Even Indian rail fans would find it useful. It contains a host of practical tips on train travel in India, which can be quite exasperating if you aren't familiar with the intricacies of the system. There are a few minor errors. One might argue with the author's view that all rail authorities in India are very helpful; most experienced Indian travellers would not agree with this. However, it is still an indispensible guide for any one planning to travel by train in India.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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If you are going to visit India and are planning to get on a train there -and it is the only way to travel in India - buy this book! I spent 5 months travelling round on the railways in every class and the book was absolutely invaluable. When I was sitting around Delhi Railway station(hell on earth!) waiting for a connection waiting to kill some time I even bumped inti the famous Dr Dandapani, who 5 months previously had sold me the indrail pass in Wembley. The hints on retiring rooms are excellent. An invaluable book.
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