The Not-So-Romantic Railways, your passport to an era of innovation, adventure, and a dash of the unexpected, without intimidating engineering jargon. Step aboard the steam-powered time machine and journey back to the thrilling era of Victorian railways.
Get read for a rollicking ride through the tracks of history as we explore the birth of locomotives, the inventors who brought them to life, the crew behind the locomotives and the everyday passengers. Expect murder, crime, beheadings, explosions and... potatoes? This is not your typical history lesson. Inside you'll discover: The bizarre tales of railway mishaps and misadventures that will leave you both shocked and amusedA glimpse into the lives of everyday passengers and the challenges they faced during their Victorian railway journeys.The ingenious solutions that made railways a marvel of their time, without overwhelming you with technical detail.Engaging stories of the visionaries who transformed the world with their dreams.