Narrow Gauge Railways - Shire Library Author:Peter Johnson Narrow gauge railways exist in an almost infinite variety and are to be found in many of the most scenic locations. They began in mines and quarries, when wagons were pushed by men or pulled by horses. In mountainous areas they could be more easily and cheaply built to follow difficult terrain. They carried passengers from the 1860s. Apart from ... more »their narrower gauge they all have their own distinct characters and have little in common between them - some were at the forefront of technology; some remained stuck firmly in the nineteenth century - but few of them made any money. In this illustrated introduction railway historian Peter Johnson describes their origins and history, highlighting their differences and what makes them special.« less
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