Great Railway Journeys: The Flying Scotsman Route to Edinburgh

The Flying Scotsman Route to Edinburgh is the fifth in Roger Masons Great Railway Journeys series, featuring statues, monuments, cathedrals, castles, viaducts, and fascinating stories. It is a must-read for anyone who knows and uses this route.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 15 September 2024
Publisher: Amberley Publishing

Great Railway Journeys: The Flying Scotsman Route to Edinburgh is the fifth installment in Roger Mason's captivating Great Railway Journeys series. This captivating record showcases the sights and landmarks that can be seen from trains traveling from London Kings Cross to Edinburgh. The book features forty-one chapters, each filled with fascinating stories and anecdotes. These chapters include statues and monuments dedicated to notable figures such as footballer Jackie Milburn and the 2nd Earl Grey, as well as cathedrals, castles, viaducts, and more. One of the most captivating stories is that of Grace Darling, who rowed through a storm to rescue shipwrecked sailors. Another story recounts Scotland's worst-ever fishing disaster, where 189 people lost their lives. Additionally, the book includes an account of the 1895 railway races from London to Scotland, which is sure to enthrall readers. Another fascinating tale is that of the 1926 strike by miners, which derailed the Flying Scotsman train. This book is a must-read for anyone who knows and uses this route, following the success of London to Oxford and London to Cambridge.

Weight: 314g
Dimension: 233 x 165 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398111059