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- ISBN-13: 9781405946278
- Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
- Binding: Paperback
- Language: English
- Returnable: Y
- Weight: 314 gr
- ISBN-10: 140594627X
- Publisher Date: 08 Jun 2023
- Height: 198 mm
- No of Pages: 416
- Spine Width: 35 mm
- Width: 129 mm
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British Rail
SKU: 9781405946278
Original price was: ₹899.00.₹719.00Current price is: ₹719.00.
Discover the untold story of British Rail, from its post-war origins to its controversial privatization. Christian Wolmar offers a fresh perspective on this pivotal organization, challenging common misconceptions and revealing its transformative impact on British transport. Explore the rise and fall of a national icon in this insightful history. ISBN: 9781405946278
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Prashant Sagar –
Not a bad book, but I found it a bit dull. Too much focus on statistics and not enough on the human element.
Yash Koshal –
A detailed look at British Rail, but sometimes felt a bit dry. Wolmar knows his stuff, though. Worth a read for transport enthusiasts.
Chhayank Kumar –
I really enjoyed learning about the history of British Rail. Highly recommended for anyone interested in transport history.
Ranjeet Singh Surjeet –
A must-read for anyone curious about British Rail. It’s a comprehensive and well-written account of its history.
Bronia Mathews –
Found it hard to get through. It felt a little repetitive in places and could have been better edited.
Sourin Dutta –
As a rail enthusiast, I loved this! Very detailed and insightful. The privatization section was especially interesting.
Mayur Tukaram Udmale –
Wolmar does a great job of challenging common myths about British Rail. A thought-provoking and informative read.
Aritra Bose –
Wolmar provides a balanced view, but I wish there was more focus on the personal stories of those who worked at British Rail.
Gagan B N –
Fascinating history! I learned so much about British Rail’s impact. A little dense in places, but overall, a great book.
Akshat Chopra –
Enjoyable and informative. Though the author defends British Rail a little too much. Good read overall.
Priya –
Provides great details and analysis, though it occasionally gets bogged down in technical details.
Saksham Kumar Srivastava –
An important book for understanding British transport history. However, the writing style is a little academic.
Utkarsh Chauhan –
A comprehensive account of British Rail. It could have been more engaging, but the information is solid and well-researched.