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A Little Book About Little Trains
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This 32-page volume is only an introduction to the fascinating world of industrial narrow gauge railways. The book is self-described as examining "those railways in Britain that served industry and had a track gauges smaller than the British 'standard gauge' of 4 feet 8 1/2 inches. Whether they were temporary contractor's or more permanent installations, these meandering, often poorly maintained railways have a special fascination."
Most North American railfans can name and describe examples of class 1 railroads, regional systems and shortlines. But industrial narrow gauge railways are often hidden inside a factory, behind a fence and locked gates. If they extend out into public access at all, they still serve only one company and are unlikely to connect with another narrow gauge railway. The book is well illustrated, although only the front cover is in color. Contents of the book include chapters on a history of narrow gauge from 1803, motive power, rolling stock, trackwork and narrow gauge today. Since many of the railways mentioned in this volume have entire books devoted to their history, an appendix suggests publications for further reading and a list of places to visit. Remember, the book deals only with British railways.
I rate this book a "5" as an introduction to this often overlooked aspect of the railroad hobby. It is not intended to be comprehensive, but has succeeded in its purpose if it inspires its reader to explore other publications and videos and to learn more about industrial narrow gauge railways in the reader's part of the world.
Most North American railfans can name and describe examples of class 1 railroads, regional systems and shortlines. But industrial narrow gauge railways are often hidden inside a factory, behind a fence and locked gates. If they extend out into public access at all, they still serve only one company and are unlikely to connect with another narrow gauge railway. The book is well illustrated, although only the front cover is in color. Contents of the book include chapters on a history of narrow gauge from 1803, motive power, rolling stock, trackwork and narrow gauge today. Since many of the railways mentioned in this volume have entire books devoted to their history, an appendix suggests publications for further reading and a list of places to visit. Remember, the book deals only with British railways.
I rate this book a "5" as an introduction to this often overlooked aspect of the railroad hobby. It is not intended to be comprehensive, but has succeeded in its purpose if it inspires its reader to explore other publications and videos and to learn more about industrial narrow gauge railways in the reader's part of the world.
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