Gresley's Legacy

While a rail enthusiast, i do prefer the diesel and electric trains that i grew up with. I don't mind a bit of steam though, and the steam engines developed under the guidance of the LNER's Sir Nigel Gresley are arguably the most famous.

This wonderful book covers the great man's career as he rose to prominence in the 1930s, designing some of the most famous locomotives ever built including Flying Scotsman and the Mallard, still the speed world record holder for steam. 

There was a lot more though to Gresley's legacy, including many humble engines which worked freight and branch lines, as well as other rolling stock. Even one of the earliest main line electric locomotives!

David McIntosh's book is lavishly illustrated, including many colour photographs of preserved engines as well as black and white period photographs when Gresley's creations were running the railway. A fitting tribute to the great man.