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Lickley, Andy

 
9798375796369: The not so romantic railways: The railway King
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ISBN 13 : 9798375796369
Editeur : Independently published, 2023

Synopsis

All aboard for a journey through scandal, ambition, and steam!

In the third installment of the Not-So-Romantic Railways series, we explore the story of the rise—and dramatic fall—of George Hudson, the man once crowned The Railway King. Set against the backdrop of 1840s Railway Mania, this biography peels back the curtain to reveal a tale of greed, power, and public deception.

Hudson wasn’t just a railway magnate—he was a master of manipulation, a financial illusionist who built an empire on borrowed time. In true Not-So-Romantic style the chaotic world of early railways, where fortunes were made overnight and reputations derailed just as quickly are brought to life.

Whether you're a history enthusiast, a curious commuter, or someone who’s always wondered what lies behind the myth of Britain’s railway golden age, The Railway King is your ticket to a thrilling ride through one of the most turbulent chapters in transport history.

If you like your history with a bit of bite — and you suspect that the past isn’t quite as polished as the plaques suggest — then climb aboard. The Railway King is your ticket to the wild ride of 1840s Britain, where steam wasn’t the only thing getting cooked.

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Éditeur
Independently published
Date d'édition
2023
Langue
anglais
ISBN 13 
9798375796369
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
90
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