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1. British Rail (Hardcover)
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 35.13
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Penguin Books Ltd, London] Hardcover Hardcover. The rise and fall of the state-owned British Rail, from "the greatest expert on British trains" Christian WolmarYou think you know British Rail.Stale sandwiches, inefficiency, and violent yellow carriages- we haven't looked kindly on the last of our state-owned organizations to be privatized.But through its 50-year lifetime, British Rail transformed our transport system, and for a time provided one of the fastest regular rail services in the world.Born into postwar austerity, impoverished, and exploited by a hostile press, British Rail became a punchline, dismissed and swept away by Conservative government.Now, Christian Wolmar provides a new perspective on public loss in a time of privatization. British Rail is ripe for a new history. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. [Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2022]  

2. British Rail (Hardcover)
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 52.13
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Penguin Books Ltd, London] Hardcover Hardcover. The rise and fall of the state-owned British Rail, from "the greatest expert on British trains" Christian WolmarYou think you know British Rail.Stale sandwiches, inefficiency, and violent yellow carriages- we haven't looked kindly on the last of our state-owned organizations to be privatized.But through its 50-year lifetime, British Rail transformed our transport system, and for a time provided one of the fastest regular rail services in the world.Born into postwar austerity, impoverished, and exploited by a hostile press, British Rail became a punchline, dismissed and swept away by Conservative government.Now, Christian Wolmar provides a new perspective on public loss in a time of privatization. British Rail is ripe for a new history. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. [Truganina, VIC, Australia] [Publication Year: 2022]  

3. British Rail (Hardcover)
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 28.54
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Penguin Books Ltd, London] Hardcover Hardcover. The rise and fall of the state-owned British Rail, from "the greatest expert on British trains" Christian WolmarYou think you know British Rail.Stale sandwiches, inefficiency, and violent yellow carriages- we haven't looked kindly on the last of our state-owned organizations to be privatized.But through its 50-year lifetime, British Rail transformed our transport system, and for a time provided one of the fastest regular rail services in the world.Born into postwar austerity, impoverished, and exploited by a hostile press, British Rail became a punchline, dismissed and swept away by Conservative government.Now, Christian Wolmar provides a new perspective on public loss in a time of privatization. British Rail is ripe for a new history. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. [Stevenage, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2022]  

4. British Rail
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 34.32
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Description: New. Pre-order the authoritative and enthralling history of of the rise and fall of the state-owned British Rail. Drawing on extensive research and in-depth access, Christian Wolmar provides a new perspective on a story long simplified. British Rail is ripe for a new history. Praise for Christian Wolmar "The greatest expert on British trains" - The Guardian "Our most eminent transport journalist" - The Spectator ISBN 0241456207 9780241456200 [GB] 

5. British Rail
Price: USD 24.90
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Description: Michael Joseph. Used - Like New. Great shape- pages are unmarked and sharp. hardcover Used - Like New Ships fast! 2021 Michael Joseph ISBN 0241456207 9780241456200 [US] 

6. British Rail
by Wolmar Christian 
Price: USD 66.89
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Description: hardcover. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book. ISBN 0241456207 9780241456200 [US] 

7. British Rail: A New History
by Wolmar Christian 
Price: USD 16.31
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Description: Michael Joseph, 06/09/Date: 2022. Hardcover. Used; Very Good. **WE SHIP WITHIN 24 HRS FROM LONDON, UK, 98% OF OUR ORDERS ARE RECEIVED WITHIN 7-10 DAYS. We believe you will be completely satisfied with our quick and reliable service. All orders are dispatched as swiftly as possible! Buy with confidence! Greener Books. 2022. Michael Joseph ISBN 0241456207 9780241456200 [GB] 

8. British Rail: A New History
by Wolmar Christian 
Price: USD 22.42
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Description: Michael Joseph, Date: 2022-06-09. hardcover. Very Good/Very Good Jacket. 19 to 25 cm tall, Octavo, (8vo). Posted within 1 working day. 1st class tracked post to the UK, Airmail tracked worldwide. Robust recyclable packaging. 2022. Michael Joseph ISBN 0241456207 9780241456200 [GB] 

9. British Rail: A New History
by Wolmar Christian 
Price: USD 36.83
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Description: Michael Joseph, Date: 2021. Hardcover. New. 400 pages. 9.25x6.00x1.57 inches. 2021. Michael Joseph ISBN 0241456207 9780241456200 [GB] 

10. British Rail: A New History
by Wolmar Christian 
Price: USD 49.82
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Description: Michael Joseph, Date: 2021. Hardcover. New. 400 pages. 9.25x6.00x1.57 inches. 2021. Michael Joseph ISBN 0241456207 9780241456200 [GB] 

11. British Rail: A New History
by Wolmar Christian 
Price: USD 16.26
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Description: Michael Joseph, 09/06/2022 00:00:01. hardcover. Very Good. 3.6972 in x 23.9818 in x 16.3875 in. Date: 2000. Michael Joseph ISBN 0241456207 9780241456200 [GB] 

12. British Rail: A New History
by Wolmar Christian 
Price: USD 16.52
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Description: Hardback. Very Good. ISBN 0241456207 9780241456200 [GB] 

13. British Rail: A New History
by Wolmar Christian 
Price: USD 16.52
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Description: Paperback. Like New. ISBN 0241456207 9780241456200 [GB] 

14. British Rail: A New History
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 32.01
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Michael Joseph] Hardcover New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. [Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2022]  

15. British Rail: A New History
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 33.64
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Penguin Books Ltd, United Kingdom, London] Softcover The authoritative and fascinating history of the rise and fall of the state-owned British Rail 'Wolmar's book is impeccably organized and makes a fast, enjoyable read' THE TIMES Literary Supplement ________ You think you know British Rail. But you don't know the whole story. From its creation after the Second World War, through its fifty-year lifetime, British Rail was an innovative powerhouse that transformed our transport system. Uniting disparate lines into a highly competent organisation - heralding 'The Age of the Train' - and, for a time, providing one of the fastest regular rail services in the world. Born into post-war austerity, traumatised, impoverished and exploited by a hostile press, the state-owned railway was dismissed as a dinosaur unable to evolve, and swept away by a government hellbent on selling it off. Now, award-winning writer Christian Wolmar provides a new perspective on national loss in a time of privatisation. British Rail is ripe for a new history. _______ Praise for Christian Wolmar 'Wolmar is the high priest of railway studies' Literary Review 'The greatest expert on British trains' Guardian 'Our most eminent transport journalist' Spectator 'If the world's railways have a laureate, it is surely Christian Wolmar' Boston Globe 'Christian Wolmar is in love with the railways. He writes constantly and passionately about them. He is their wisest, most detailed historian and a constant prophet of their rebirth . . . if you love the hum of the wheels and of history, then Christian Wolmar is your man' Observer. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. [Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2022]  

16. British Rail: A New History
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 30.96
Dealer: ZVAB, WorldofBooks
Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Penguin Books Ltd, United Kingdom, London] Softcover The authoritative and fascinating history of the rise and fall of the state-owned British Rail 'Wolmar's book is impeccably organized and makes a fast, enjoyable read' THE TIMES Literary Supplement ________ You think you know British Rail. But you don't know the whole story. From its creation after the Second World War, through its fifty-year lifetime, British Rail was an innovative powerhouse that transformed our transport system. Uniting disparate lines into a highly competent organisation - heralding 'The Age of the Train' - and, for a time, providing one of the fastest regular rail services in the world. Born into post-war austerity, traumatised, impoverished and exploited by a hostile press, the state-owned railway was dismissed as a dinosaur unable to evolve, and swept away by a government hellbent on selling it off. Now, award-winning writer Christian Wolmar provides a new perspective on national loss in a time of privatisation. British Rail is ripe for a new history. _______ Praise for Christian Wolmar 'Wolmar is the high priest of railway studies' Literary Review 'The greatest expert on British trains' Guardian 'Our most eminent transport journalist' Spectator 'If the world's railways have a laureate, it is surely Christian Wolmar' Boston Globe 'Christian Wolmar is in love with the railways. He writes constantly and passionately about them. He is their wisest, most detailed historian and a constant prophet of their rebirth . . . if you love the hum of the wheels and of history, then Christian Wolmar is your man' Observer. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. [Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2022]  

17. British Rail: A New History
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 19.86
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Michael Joseph] Hardcover **SHIPPED FROM UK** We believe you will be completely satisfied with our quick and reliable service. All orders are dispatched as swiftly as possible! Buy with confidence! Greener Books. [London, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2022]  

18. British Rail: A New History
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 22.82
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Michael Joseph] Hardcover Posted within 1 working day. 1st class tracked post to the UK, Airmail with tracking worldwide. Robust recyclable packaging. Picture is the actual item. [Devizes, WILTS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2022]  

19. British Rail: A New History
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 37.51
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Michael Joseph] Hardcover 400 pages. 9.25x6.00x1.57 inches. In Stock. [Exeter, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2021]  

20. British Rail: A New History
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 50.74
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Michael Joseph] Hardcover 400 pages. 9.25x6.00x1.57 inches. In Stock. [Exeter, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2021]  

21. British Rail: A New History
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 16.83
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Michael Joseph] Hardcover Orders shipped daily from the UK. Professional seller. [Thetford, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2022]  

22. British Rail: A New History
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 16.84
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Michael Joseph] Softcover [Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2021]  

23. British Rail: A New History
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 15.50
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Michael Joseph] Softcover [Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2021]  

24. British Rail: a New History
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 25.15
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25. British Rail: a New History
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 32.13
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Description: Michael Joseph 2022-06-09 hardcover Very Good. Very Good Jacket Size: 19 to 25 cm tall, Octavo, (8vo); Posted within 1 working day. 1st class tracked post to the UK, Airmail tracked worldwide. Robust recyclable packaging. 

26. British Rail: a New History
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 46.69
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Description: Michael Joseph 2021 Hardcover New 400 pages. 9.25x6.00x1.57 inches. 

27. British Rail: a New History
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 56.81
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Description: Michael Joseph 2021 Hardcover New 400 pages. 9.25x6.00x1.57 inches. 

28. BRITISH RAIL
by WOLMAR, CHRISTIAN 
Price: USD 30.49
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Michael Joseph] Hardcover [London, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2021]  

29. British Rail
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 36.71
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Penguin Books Ltd] Hardcover 2022. Hardcover. . . . . . [Galway, GY, Ireland] [Publication Year: 2022]  

30. British Rail
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 42.11
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Penguin Books Ltd] Hardcover 2022. Hardcover. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. [Olney, MD, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2021]  

31. British Rail
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 35.41
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Michael Joseph] Hardcover New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. [Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2022]  

32. British Rail
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 42.48
Dealer: AbebooksDE, AHA-BUCH GmbH
Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Jun 2022] Hardcover Neuware - The authoritative and fascinating history of the rise and fall of the state-owned British Rail'Wolmar's book is impeccably organized and makes a fast, enjoyable read' THE TIMES Literary Supplement________You think you know British Rail. But you don't know the whole story. From its creation after the Second World War, through its fifty-year lifetime, British Rail was an innovative powerhouse that transformed our transport system. Uniting disparate lines into a highly competent organisation - heralding 'The Age of the Train' - and, for a time, providing one of the fastest regular rail services in the world. Born into post-war austerity, traumatised, impoverished and exploited by a hostile press, the state-owned railway was dismissed as a dinosaur unable to evolve, and swept away by a government hellbent on selling it off. Now, award-winning writer Christian Wolmar provides a new perspective on national loss in a time of privatisation. British Rail is ripe for a new history. _______Praise for Christian Wolmar'Wolmar is the high priest of railway studies' Literary Review'The greatest expert on British trains' Guardian'Our most eminent transport journalist' Spectator'If the world's railways have a laureate, it is surely Christian Wolmar' Boston Globe 'Christian Wolmar is in love with the railways. He writes constantly and passionately about them. He is their wisest, most detailed historian and a constant prophet of their rebirth . . . if you love the hum of the wheels and of history, then Christian Wolmar is your man' Observer [Einbeck, Germany] [Publication Year: 2022]  

33. British Rail
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 39.15
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Penguin Books Ltd 2022-06-09, London] Hardcover Language: ENG [London, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2022]  

34. British Rail
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 35.96
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35. British Rail
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 47.11
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Description: London Penguin Books Ltd 2022 Hard cover New in new dust jacket. 

36. British Rail
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 38.80
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37. British Rail
by Christian Wolmar 
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38. British Rail
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 40.61
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39. British Rail
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 34.41
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40. British Rail
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 37.95
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Jun 2022] Hardcover Neuware - The authoritative and fascinating history of the rise and fall of the state-owned British Rail'Wolmar's book is impeccably organized and makes a fast, enjoyable read' THE TIMES Literary Supplement________You think you know British Rail. But you don't know the whole story. From its creation after the Second World War, through its fifty-year lifetime, British Rail was an innovative powerhouse that transformed our transport system. Uniting disparate lines into a highly competent organisation - heralding 'The Age of the Train' - and, for a time, providing one of the fastest regular rail services in the world. Born into post-war austerity, traumatised, impoverished and exploited by a hostile press, the state-owned railway was dismissed as a dinosaur unable to evolve, and swept away by a government hellbent on selling it off. Now, award-winning writer Christian Wolmar provides a new perspective on national loss in a time of privatisation. British Rail is ripe for a new history. _______Praise for Christian Wolmar'Wolmar is the high priest of railway studies' Literary Review'The greatest expert on British trains' Guardian'Our most eminent transport journalist' Spectator'If the world's railways have a laureate, it is surely Christian Wolmar' Boston Globe 'Christian Wolmar is in love with the railways. He writes constantly and passionately about them. He is their wisest, most detailed historian and a constant prophet of their rebirth . . . if you love the hum of the wheels and of history, then Christian Wolmar is your man' Observer [Einbeck, Germany] [Publication Year: 2022]  

41. British Rail
by Christian Wolmar 
Price: USD 36.03
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Description: ISBN10: 0241456207, ISBN13: 9780241456200, [publisher: Penguin Books Ltd 2022-06-09, London] Hardcover Language: ENG [London, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2022]  

42. British Rail
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 24.89
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Description: Michael Joseph 2022 Hard cover Like New Great shape-pages are unmarked and sharp. hardcover Used-Like New 2021. 

43. British Rail
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 58.75
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44. British Rail
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 99.88
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45. British Rail
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 45.25
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Description: Michael Joseph 2022 Hard cover New. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 416 p. 

46. British Rail
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 36.40
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Description: Michael Joseph 2022 Hard cover New. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 416 p. 

47. British Rail
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 36.22
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Description: Michael Joseph 2022 Hard cover New. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 416 p. 

48. British Rail
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 41.16
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Description: Michael Joseph 2022 Hard cover New. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 416 p. 

49. British Rail
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 44.94
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50. British Rail
by Wolmar, Christian 
Price: USD 49.88
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