The Galloping Sausage: 150 Steam Railway Events and Stories

By Geoff Body and Ian Body

Discover the quirky side of British railway history with this collection of entertaining anecdotes and unusual events.

From weird schemes and designs to extravagant behavior and larger-than-life characters, The Galloping Sausage captures the genuine struggle of the railway system to evolve. Ex-railwaymen Geoff and Ian Body present over 150 snippets, stories, and strange facts from an ample supply of railway curiosities. Explore nonstandard incidents and outcomes, from wild storms to unusual equipment, and delve into the eccentricities that shaped Britain's railway heritage.

Perfect for railway enthusiasts and history buffs seeking a light and engaging read. This is a treasure trove of historical facts and trivia that will fascinate anyone interested in the quirky side of transportation history.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0750965932
• ISBN13: 9780750965934
• Release Date: January 2016
• Publisher: History Press
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.1"