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OverviewFascinating facts and figures bring to life the legendary Swindon The age of steam is past, the reality of Swindon Works is long gone now but the legend lives on. What made the Great Western Railway's Swindon Works iconic? Was it its world-wide reputation; perhaps its profound impact in shaping New Swindon town; or that it melded those who worked 'Inside' into one big family? This book, by popular railway historian, Rosa Matheson, provides some answers; in a new, exciting format it helps explain why the never-ending love-story continues. With big facts, and fascinating stories it is a must read not only for 'Insiders' and their families and heirs, nor just for GWR fans and railway enthusiasts everywhere but also to new-comers seeking to find a way in to railway history. AUTHOR: Rosa Matheson is Swindon's best-known railway author. A long-time enthusiast of Swindon Works, GWR and women's railway history, she has a large collection of memorabilia and has written a number of books and articles on her pet topics. She is also active in presenting talks to the community. SELLING POINTS: . Bursting with facts, figures and fascinating snippets . Part of the Steam Museum 2016 celebrations: May Book Fair author event / September museum event . Facebook group ex- apprentices contributed ideas for the book . Revealing nicknames, shared vocabulary, pay and conditions . Memories range from apprentices being thrown into washbasins to the distinctive smell of the machine shop . By a well-known Swindon author 40 b/w illustrations Full Product DetailsAuthor: Rosa MathesonPublisher: The History Press Ltd Imprint: The History Press Ltd Dimensions: Width: 12.90cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 19.80cm Weight: 0.308kg ISBN: 9780750966245ISBN 10: 0750966246 Pages: 192 Publication Date: 02 May 2016 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationROSA MATHESON is Swindon’s best-known railway author. A long-time enthusiast of Swindon Works, GWR and women’s railway history, she has written a number of books and articles on these topics. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |