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Informationen zum Autor Andrew Emmerson is a seasoned writer on technical and historical subjects. He also wrote 'Old Television', 'Old Telephones', and 'Discovering Subterranean London' for Shire. Klappentext The London Underground is the heart of London life, used by millions of commuters and shoppers every year, its tentacles extending into the suburbs it has helped to create. Its turbulent life has been determined by the trials and tribulations endured by the people it carries: it provided an network of life-saving shelter in the Blitz, but has also been the scene of numerous tragedies. The London Underground will transport you vividly back to the past: well over half the illustrations are in color, and most of the photographs have not seen the light of day since they were taken.A new edition of one of Shire's bestselling titles, to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the London Underground. Zusammenfassung The London Underground is a pioneer and an institution. The first underground railway in the world, and incorporating the first ever deep tunnel 'tube' lines too, it is at the heart of London life. This book focuses on the interesting and quirky aspects of the subject. Inhaltsverzeichnis Steam, Smuts and Sulphur / Arcs and Sparks / Underground to Everywhere / Brave New World / The Underground at War / The Elizabethan Era / On to the Future / Further Reading / Places to Visit / Index
