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  • av Chris Goss
    262,-

    Two of the RAF's most memorable aircraft are the English Electric Lightning and the McDonnell Phantom. Illustrated with more than 180 photographs, this book covers in great detail the Lightning and Phantom fighter aircraft and the part they played in the latter stages of the Cold War.

  • av Tony Buttler
    278,-

    Although first designed as a fighter, during 1944 and 1945 the Hawker Typhoon gained a tremendous reputation and true fame as a ground-attack aircraft and tank-buster. This work, fully illustrated with over 180 photographs, gives this heavyweight machine a well-deserved volume of its own.

  • av Ron Mak
    226

    The first widely used commercial jet, the Boeing 707, brought America into the 'Jet Age' of the 1950s and created the template for worldwide air travel today. The 707 remained in production until 1978, then was retired to make way for more-modern jetliners. This book provides looks at a wide range of Boeing 707 variants in service around the world.

  • av Mark Pike
    226

  • av Andy Thomas
    226

    Illustrated with over 180 color photos, this first of two volumes covering the railways of the South East concentrates on locomotive-hauled traffic and details a wide range of trains. An extensive range of different liveries are shown. There is also a small selection of DEMUs in some of the areas they once operated.

  • av Matthew Wharmby
    226

    London Transport 1970-84 covers the declining years of London's bus operations, during which the venerable RT and Routemaster types were compelled to give way to modern buses. These enjoyed less success, however. In this book, 120 stunning color images are accompanied by informative captions, giving the full picture of this time of huge change.

  • av Stuart Emmett
    226

    The West Yorkshire Road Car Company's routes are some of the most scenic in Great Britain. The enduring Yorkshire landscape, which has been used for many films and TV programs, complements the little-changed street scenes and villages to give a fascinating backdrop to this collection of more than 170 photos, taken from the 1950s to the 1970s.

  • av Matthew Wharmby
    226 - 272

  • av Lee Chapman
    246

    During World War One, the role of the aeroplane evolved from a stable, lumbering observation platform to a more agile fighter. Rapid developments in aeroplane technology led to an array of ever-advancing aircraft seeing service during this time. This book includes various aircraft that contributed to the iconic events between 1914 and 1918.

  • av Ian Lothian
    226

    The Canadian Pacific Railway was built to unite all the Canadian Provinces. Many obstacles were encountered during construction including the Rocky Mountains. Illustrated with unique photos, this book covers the line from Exshaw to Golden. The variety of traffic found on the line is shown against a backdrop of stunning scenery.

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  • - Since 1985
    av Andy Flowers
    226

    As loco haulage declined in the UK, British Rail fans began to look at the railway networks of other countries. For many, their first port of call was Europe. However, worldwide favorites came to include the USA and India. Featuring over 160 color photos, this book summarizes some of the popular destinations and locos that they travel for.

  • Spar 13%
    - Eastern Stage Bus Operators
    av Stuart Emmett
    196

    The Splendid city of York lies on flat, arable land called the Vale of York. Once out of the city and into the Vale of York, many beautiful small country villages are hidden away that dominates the area and farms line the roads.

  • - From Inverness to Penzance
    av Ian Mclean
    226

    The Class 47 diesel loco was a mainstay of British Rail. They worked passenger and heavy freight trains as well as more mundane local passenger and wagon-load freight all over Britain. This book records 1982 to 1985 and many days spent trying to travel behind all 507 of the Class 47s that were still in traffic.

  • Spar 14%
    av Matthew Willis
    194

    The Fairey Firefly emerged from troubled beginnings to become one of the most widely used and effective aircraft of the Royal Navy's Fleet Air Arm. It formed part of several embryonic naval air arms in the Cold War and performed a vital combat role in Korea in the 1950s. This book has more than 160 photographs accompanied by a detailed commentary.

  • - Operation Telic 1
    av Craig Allen
    226

    For Operation Telic, the UK was the junior partner alongside their American allies but still contributed a substantial force. Beginning with 3 Para's entry into Basrah, it then moves to 1 Para at Baghdad, securing the British Embassy. With over 200 color photos, it shows the reality of British forces in a modern-day war.

  • Spar 20%
    av Lee Chapman
    204

    The Battle of Britain is widely considered to be Britain's finest hour. This book features a history of the front-line RAF fighter aircraft and explores the major training and support aeroplanes that contributed to the iconic events. The story includes over 160 photographs of aircraft in the air, on the ground and in unique formations together.

  • Spar 14%
    av Clive Ellis
    194

    Meticulously researched over the course of 20 years, this color rendition of the Luftwaffe's Eagles in defeat accurately portrays the stark reality of the desperate days in 1940. It contains some 200 photographs of downed enemy aircraft, showing the rare spectacle of new color from the Battle of Britain period.

  • - Britain's Buses Series, Volume 1
    av Stuart Emmett
    262,-

    Samuel Ledgard, the legendary founder and bus operator, started out running a pub in 1896. In 1912, he bought a lorry along with an interchangeable coach body and started services to seaside resorts in 1913. Focusing on the 1950s and '60s, this book starts with a brief history of the buses themselves and their routes, then goes on to the fleet.

  • - Britain's Railways Series, Volume 2
    av Andy Flowers
    226

    This book looks at a wide selection of locomotive types. From special workings to day-to-day operations, the whole range of loco-hauled trains are featured. These trains range from the early 1980s to now, with all the popular types of diesel and electric locos shown. Each historic photo gives a comprehensive overview of loco-hauled travel.

  • - The Railways and Industry Series, Volume 2
    av Chris Davies
    259,-

    Despite the substantial decline of coal mining in the UK over the last three decades, until recently, coal was still a vital energy source for the nation's power stations

  • Spar 14%
    av Paul Shannon
    194 - 246

  • Spar 16%
    - 1970-1990, Air-to-Air Images
    av Tony Paxton
    214

    The Cold War saw the once-allies of World War Two pitted against each other in a power play that lasted more than three decades. Though the feared attacks never came, there was tension and posturing on both sides. This striking photo collection looks at the variety of RAF aircraft involved in the Cold War, displaying them in all their glory.

  • av David McAlone
    226

    From 1945, the Labour government nationalized the railways and started British nuclear weapon development. This book shows the role of the nation's railways in the nuclear industry and how the need to secure that service through the turbulence of privatization led to the creation of the nation's most diverse railway company, Direct Rail Services.

  • - Britain's Railways Series, Volume 1
    av Ian Lothian
    226

    The five years either side of 2000 was a period of change on the railway network. The British Railways network was initially split into three companies, but all ended up being purchased by EWS. By 2005, the railways of Central Scotland had evolved almost beyond recognition. With 150 color photos, this book records the changes to the main network.

  • - Saltash to St Austell
    av Craig Munday
    226

    Lavishly illustrated with 180 full-colour illustrations, many set in glorious countryside, this book shows a variety of locomotives. Service trains dominate the images, though there are many charter trains featured, some with exotic traction for the far south west

  • av Ken Cordner
    346

    This is the special annual edition of the monthly magazine Modern Railways which offers a comprehensive review of what is happening in the operation of Britain''s railways along with an overview of events in Europe. Edited by Modern Railways'' Ken Cordner, with contributions from Roger Ford, Tony Miles, John Gough and other members of the team, The Modern Railway examines all aspects of: Policy and FinanceInfrastructure maintenance and renewalTrain operation (passenger and freight)Civil engineeringRolling Stock manufacture and maintenanceSignal and telecommunicationCustomer interface and supportLight rail and Metro systemsEuropean developments As well as editorials on all key players and projects, it includes a comprehensive directory listing over 2,000 suppliers and associated businesses involved in Britain''s railway, including all contact details - an essential reference tool for today''s railway professional.

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