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Cathedrals of Steam How London’s Great Stations Were Built – And How They Transformed the City

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Cathedrals of Steam How London’s Great Stations Were Built – And How They Transformed the City

  • ISBN 13: 9781786499202
  • ISBN 10: 1786499207
  • Format: Hardcover
  • Copyright: 02/01/2021
  • Publisher: Atlantic Books

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Summary

Discover the hidden history beneath London's iconic railway stations. Explore the dramatic story of how competing private railway companies built London's great termini between 1836 and 1900. Christian Wolmar reveals the immediate impact of these cathedrals of steam on the capital and explores the evolution of the stations and the city up to the present day.

This book is for anyone interested in London history, railway architecture, and the urban development shaped by these magnificent structures.

  • Uncover the engineering feats behind iconic stations like King's Cross and St. Pancras.
  • Learn how railway construction transformed London's social and economic landscape.
  • Appreciate the architectural beauty and historical significance of these transportation hubs.
Journey through time and witness how London's great stations transformed the city into the metropolis we know today.

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