From the 1920s, through the depressive 30s, their
revival and popularity in the early post-war period and
subsequent withdrawal from main line service in the
1960s. Produced on heavyweight art paper, the book
includes a huge range of illustrations and photographs
depicting the distinctive exteriors and interiors of the
best known vehicles built for the Pullman Car Company.
Alongside these are many rare builders' photographs
showing the methods of construction, design innovations
including marquetry schemes, carpets, moquettes and
other furnishings. Other information includes train
formations, disposal data and an impressive colour
section. The author has worked tirelessly to compile a
fabulous range of surviving material gathered from
throughout the British Isles to reflect the very best of
railway travel. Here, in glorious detail, the reader may
glimpse the stunning interiors, decorated in styles
ranging from Renaissance and Georgian to elements of Art
Deco and Modern. An extensive sequence of informative
history details each batch of 'K' types built from 1923
to 1927, prior to the advent of the all-steel Pullman
car.Captured here is all the glamour and charm
associated with the cars, complemented by readable,
enthusiastic and well-researched text much of which has
not previously been published before. Building upon the
success of Pullman Profile Number 1 - The 12-Wheel Cars,
this latest volume in the series is certain not to
disappoint. Over the decades, the mood and style aboard
trains may have changed, but our fascination for luxury
travel lingers. Any admirer of Pullman trains will be
unable to resist the temptation to feast their eyes on
this outstanding collection, faithfully recreating what
has already gone, recalling the excitement and style of
travelling by train. |
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