British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
by Mark Ovenden

British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages

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British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages
by Mark Ovenden

British Library Publishing Mapping Britain's Railways: The Design History of a Nation on Track - Hardcover, 176 Pages

£20.77
£20.77

Description

This illustrated book traces the history of British railway maps and passenger information, from early railway diagrams to complex modern schematics. Written by Mark Ovenden and Andrew Smithers, it is for readers interested in railways, cartography and design, and includes over 300 colourful maps.

Key Features

  • Mapping History: Explores how British railway cartographers developed clear passenger information, including before the London Underground diagram.
  • Changing Diagrams: Follows the evolution of railway schematics from simple line drawings to diagrams carrying more information.
  • Illustrated Content: Includes over 300 colourful maps from around the country.
  • Two Authors: Written by Mark Ovenden and National Rail mapmaker Andrew Smithers.

Specifications

  • Authors: Mark Ovenden and Andrew Smithers
  • Format: Hardcover
  • Pages: 176
  • Publisher: British Library Publishing
  • Publication Date: 18 Aug. 2026
  • Language: English
  • Dimensions: 20.6 x 1.4 x 26.3 cm (8.1 x 0.6 x 10.4 in)
  • Weight: 960 g (33.9 oz)
  • ISBN-10: 0712355898
  • ISBN-13: 978-0712355896
  • Release Date: 2026-08-18
  • EAN: 9780712355896

From the Manufacturer
Text reads 'BRITISH LIBRARY', 'Mapping Britain's Railways', 'The design history of a nation on track', 'Mark Ovenden', 'Andrew Suthers'. Book cover featuring colorful railway map with overlaid transit lines in multiple colors on white background with red header and footer bands.
Antique sepia-toned map of France showing regional divisions, cities, and geographical features with decorative border and cartographic details.
Illustrated map of Louisiana showing cities, landmarks, waterways, and regional features in green and blue colors with various icons representing local attractions and geography.
Stylized map showing interconnected red and brown lines representing transportation routes or transit network across a geographic region with various nodes and connection points.
Text reads "GLASGOW" and "LONDON" at top. Blue transit map showing connected stations and routes between two cities with white circular stops and red highlighted central station.
Detailed transit map with colored rail lines, stations, and route indicators on light blue background with legend in corner.
Olive-green background schematic diagram showing tree or plant structure with branching lines and small labels throughout.
Text reads 'An illustrated history of railway diagrams and the designs that shaped how we travel by train.' Red background with stylized railway line graphic and blue text describing book content.
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