London Transport from the 1930s to the 1950s


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Michael Baker's histories of London Transport are enduringly popular. He is able to really capture the mood of the era with wistful nostalgia and the inclusion of some fascinating contemporary anecdotes, along with detailed information about the history and development of London Transport from its earliest times, through the dark years of World War 2, through to the increasing optimism of the 1950s and beyond. He has compiled titles on the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s and they are available here as one book to provide a definitive look at the fortunes of London Transport across three decades.







London's Sightseeing Buses


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This book examines the various operators that have catered for tourists in the heart of our capital since 1970 and the vehicles that they have used.




London Buses in the 1950s


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London Transport in the 1930s


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Examining the development of public transport in London during the 1930s, Michael H.C. Baker recalls the founding of the London Passenger Transport Board, the introduction of trolleybuses, the expansion of the underground and the launch of the enduring RT-type bus.




London Transport in Colour, 1950-1969


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An album of early and rare 1950s colour photographs (almost all previously unpublished) of road and rail transport in London during an era of unprecedented change.




Transport in Britain


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Highlighting long term themes in Britain's transport history, this book looks at the dilemmas facing modern society and suggests several possible solutions. It covers all the major forms of transport, from the horse to the aeroplane, setting them in their historical context.




The Complete History of Wheeled Transportation


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While the wheel itself has changed little over time, it has immeasurably altered the nature of transportation. This insightful volume examines the various wheeled conveyances that have been instrumental in agriculture and commerce—carts and wagons, for instance—as well as those that have facilitated human travel—coaches, bicycles, cars, and buses, among others. Also explored is the evolution of roads, as they have expanded to accommodate various modes of wheeled transportation.







London's Underground, Revised Edition


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Published in conjunction with TFL, this is a comprehensive guide to the London Underground, combining a historical overview, illustrations and newly commissioned photography.