Rails That Built A Nation An Encyclopedia Of New Zealand Railways

Author: Robin Bromby

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  • : 39.95 NZD
  • : 9781869340803
  • : Grantham House
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  • : 01 January 2003
  • : 260x190mm
  • : New Zealand
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Description

This Bible of Railways contains the historical facts and stories of:- *The Main Lines - the vital veins of both islands. *The 86 branch lines that once provided a lifeline to rural areas. *The stations that served our cities and country districts. *The passenger trains from the steam hauled Limited Express to the Tranz Alpine of today. *The special purpose trains from boat trains, to excursion trains, to race day trains, to stack trains, to suburban trains. *The bridges, viaducts, ferries, gradients, junctions, refreshment rooms, tunnels and much more!