Merseyside Transport: The 1950s - 1970s

This book provides a nostalgic pictorial portrait of key aspects of the Merseyside townscape from the 1950s to the 1970s, featuring road, rail, sea, and other modes of transport.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 01 June 2022
Publisher: Key Publishing Ltd

Merseyside boasts a remarkable array of transport modes, offering a diverse range of experiences for transportation enthusiasts. By the 1950s, as many long-standing landmarks were set to vanish, photographers took it upon themselves to capture the vibrant essence of the region in color. These photographs, encompassing roadways, rail systems, waterways, and various other modes of transport, serve as a nostalgic visual portrayal of the diverse and captivating scene that once thrived in Merseyside. This book takes readers on a journey from Liverpool and its suburbs to Birkenhead and Wallasey, with a brief detour to showcase the awe-inspiring Runcorn Transporter Bridge. Throughout its pages, the book presents a full-color panorama of the historic transportation that played a significant role in the townscape of Merseyside from the 1950s to the 1970s, providing a captivating glimpse into the region's rich heritage.

Weight: 294g
Dimension: 171 x 244 x 7 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913870058