Dimensions
181 x 218 x 24mm
ABC Local Radio's hugely successful podcast series The Great Train Show unearthed thousands of train enthusiasts across the country. Hosted by former deputy PM and renowned train obsessive Tim Fischer. The series covered such topics as the restoration of locomotives, childhood train memories, the importance of rail during wartime, and travel on the Trans-Siberian railway.
Trains Unlimited continues this entertaining and illuminating journey along the world's railways. It is about the history, excitement and romance of rail, including the twelve best rail experiences in the world, and it explores the future potential of rail - with unequalled energy efficiencies and strong environmental credentials, Tim makes a compelling case for an even greater role for rail transport in the 21st century and beyond.
As wide-ranging, authoritative, fascinating and quirky as the radio program, Trains Unlimited is sure to delight all train enthusiasts and interested general readers alike. All aboard!
Some of the trains featured include: 20th Century Limited, BART (US); FireFly, Rocket, Eurostar, TGV, ICE, Red Arrow, Bernina Express (Europe); Shinkansen (Bullet) (Japan); the Ghan, Picci Ricci (South Australia), Indian Pacific (Australia); Blue Train, Gautrain (South Africa); Toy Tain (India); Train at the End of the World (South America); TranzAlpine (New Zealand).
