The Subterranean Railway
How the London Underground was Built and How it Changed the City Forever
Christian Wolmar
Explore the rich history of London's Underground in this fascinating read. From its early days of steam to modern, driverless trains, discover how the Tube has played a vital role in the city's economy and daily life. This wide-ranging history delves into the ambitious Victorian pioneers who dreamed up the revolutionary transport system and the men who tunneled to make it a reality. Learn about its contributions to twentieth-century industrial design and its role during two world wars, as well as the ongoing debates over the future of the system. A celebration of London's hidden wonder, this book shows how the subterranean railway helped shape the city we know today.
Publish Date
2005-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
2005-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 2004
Goodreads Rating
3.93
ISBN
9780857890696
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2019-09-20T12:09:28.000Z
In the end it all boils down to: land acquisition. From bullet train to metros. Who gives up land, what do they get in return, what is changed forever. And who pays for it all. Tricky stuff that looks glamorous only much later. Anyway this is a great book. 2/2. – source