Any colour you like - A journey through Britain's railways in the 1970s

[robertcwp]

I have just finished reading a new book by Richard Harper, 'Any colour you like - A journey through Britain's Railways in the 1970s'. 176 pages large format hardback with lots of images.

 

It's available here, cost £25: https://www.railbluebooks.co.uk/

 

ISBN 978 1 9164001 1 5

 

The book will, in time, also be available through conventional booksellers.

 

I ordered mine on Monday and it arrived yesterday. I found it such an interesting and engaging read that I read it pretty much non-stop from cover to cover in one day. The story is told in a very objective manner.

 

It's not a 'picture' book or an in-depth technical history but is a well-illustrated journey through the major developments, issues and challenges for BR in the 1970s. Each chapter ends with a perspective view from someone who was in the industry at the time, including Chris Green and Adrian Shooter.

 

I have read other books which have claimed to be an authoritative account of developments in BR but which are utter drivel. This book stands in stark contrast to those. 

Edited October 17, 2019 by robertcwp

[acg5324]

I agree, having supplied a photo for it. Found it an enjoyable and balanced view of the era.

[MikeParkin65]

Available from Kidderminster Railway Museum shop - 3 or 4 copies there on Sunday