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Steam Memories No 1 – Derek Cooknell

In Pursuit of Steam in the 1960s
Colin Alexander

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pages: 80
illustrations: 82
format: Landscape
ISBN: 9781913893835
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As we know, the final curtain came down on British Railways steam in August 1968. The build-up to that melancholy event was characterised by feverish activity among railway enthusiasts to capture as much as possible on film. As each region ‘modernised’, active steam became harder to find on BR, and enthusiasts turned their cameras towards humble industrial locomotives, and some even resorted to travelling abroad to get their steam fix.

In this book we visit all six BR regions, from bucolic rural backwaters to grimy run-down engine sheds and unglamorous industrial sites and even briefly hop across the English Channel as we accompany photographer Derek Cooknell on his glorious 1960s odyssey in search of steam.

These pages illustrate almost fifty different types of steam locomotives that Mr Cooknell captured for posterity, as well as many railway locations which have changed beyond recognition or disappeared altogether from the railway map.

1 review for Steam Memories No 1 – Derek Cooknell

  1. Gerry Gerrard –

    Colin Alexander’s compilation is yet another excellent section of archive materials, filling in much needed space when researching the past history of steam railways in Great Britain. An excellent selection of photos accompanied by well written text, this book is also great value.

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Weight 540 g
Dimensions 27.3 × 21.5 cm
Pages

80

Cover Choice

Hardback, ebook

Illustrations

82

Format

Landscape

Frequently Asked Questions

What is "Steam Memories No 1 – Derek Cooknell" about?

As we know, the final curtain came down on British Railways steam in August 1968. The build-up to that melancholy event was characterised by feverish activity among railway enthusiasts to capture as much as possible on film. As each region ‘modernised’, active steam became harder to find on BR, and enthusiasts turned their cameras towards humble industrial locomotives, and some even resorted to travelling abroad to get their steam fix.

In this book we visit all six BR regions, from bucolic rural backwaters to grimy run-down engine sheds and unglamorous industrial sites and even briefly hop across the English Channel as we accompany photographer Derek Cooknell on his glorious 1960s odyssey in search of steam.

These pages illustrate almost fifty different types of steam locomotives that Mr Cooknell captured for posterity, as well as many railway locations which have changed beyond recognition or disappeared altogether from the railway map.

Who wrote "Steam Memories No 1 – Derek Cooknell"?

"Steam Memories No 1 – Derek Cooknell" was written by Colin Alexander.

Who would enjoy "Steam Memories No 1 – Derek Cooknell"?
"Steam Memories No 1 – Derek Cooknell" is perfect for readers who enjoy books about Miscellaneous.

As we know, the final curtain came down on British Railways steam in August 1968. The build-up to that melancholy event was characterised by feverish activity among railway enthusiasts to capture as much as possible on film. As each region ‘modernised’, active steam became harder to find on BR, and enthusiasts turned their cameras towards humble industrial locomotives, and some even resorted to travelling abroad to get their steam fix.

In this book we visit all six BR regions, from bucolic rural backwaters to grimy run-down engine sheds and unglamorous industrial sites and even briefly hop across the English Channel as we accompany photographer Derek Cooknell on his glorious 1960s odyssey in search of steam.

These pages illustrate almost fifty different types of steam locomotives that Mr Cooknell captured for posterity, as well as many railway locations which have changed beyond recognition or disappeared altogether from the railway map.

1 review for Steam Memories No 1 – Derek Cooknell

  1. Gerry Gerrard –

    Colin Alexander’s compilation is yet another excellent section of archive materials, filling in much needed space when researching the past history of steam railways in Great Britain. An excellent selection of photos accompanied by well written text, this book is also great value.

Add a review

Additional information

Weight 540 g
Dimensions 27.3 × 21.5 cm
Pages

80

Cover Choice

Hardback, ebook

Illustrations

82

Format

Landscape

Frequently Asked Questions

What is "Steam Memories No 1 – Derek Cooknell" about?

As we know, the final curtain came down on British Railways steam in August 1968. The build-up to that melancholy event was characterised by feverish activity among railway enthusiasts to capture as much as possible on film. As each region ‘modernised’, active steam became harder to find on BR, and enthusiasts turned their cameras towards humble industrial locomotives, and some even resorted to travelling abroad to get their steam fix.

In this book we visit all six BR regions, from bucolic rural backwaters to grimy run-down engine sheds and unglamorous industrial sites and even briefly hop across the English Channel as we accompany photographer Derek Cooknell on his glorious 1960s odyssey in search of steam.

These pages illustrate almost fifty different types of steam locomotives that Mr Cooknell captured for posterity, as well as many railway locations which have changed beyond recognition or disappeared altogether from the railway map.

Who wrote "Steam Memories No 1 – Derek Cooknell"?

"Steam Memories No 1 – Derek Cooknell" was written by Colin Alexander.

Who would enjoy "Steam Memories No 1 – Derek Cooknell"?
"Steam Memories No 1 – Derek Cooknell" is perfect for readers who enjoy books about Miscellaneous.