Railway Maps of the World
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.71 (678 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0143122401 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 144 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-09-11 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
After working in journalism and media, life came full circle on the publication of his first book, Transit Maps of the World. About the AuthorMark Ovenden is a British writer and broadcaster. At the age of seven, he traveled alone ten miles on the London Underground, armed only with a map. . He later gained entry to a graphic design course by submitting a reworking of the London tube map. He lives in Paris, France, and London, England
A gorgeously illustrated collection of the world's greatest railway maps and posters, historical and contemporary Transit Maps of the World was an extraordinary and unexpected success and is now a cult favorite. Appendixes include a trove of factoids, track stats and information about rail operators and rail museums. Part One presents the stunning visual material chronologically, from the Liverpool and Manchester Railway of 1830 to the proposed 2020 high speed networks of China. In his irresistible follow-up Mark Ovenden has produced a mesmerizing compendium of historical and contemporary railway maps and posters from every corner of the world. Hundreds of images, covering two centuries of railway advertising, surveyors' plans, travel posters, satellite photos, and station wall maps, are combined with text brimming with vivid historical details and charming anecdotes. Railway Maps of the World is a visual delight for your eyes, making it a must have for every train fanatic-armchair or ticketed-history buff, and lover of gr
Mr. Christophe Vidal said A brilliant crossover between history and design. I bought this book not having a clear idea of what to expect, as I don't own any of Mark Ovenden's previous works.First of all the format is perfect, slightly rectangular, large enough to feel plush yet not oversized.The overall design is beautiful and crisp, contemporary yet with an attractive and appropriate touch of old-fashion style, which is reflected in the mat cover.I found the contents of the book very interesting. There's a lot more information than one would expect. It's fascinating to follow the development of railways throughout the
He lives in Paris, France, and London, England. He later gained entry to a graphic design course by submitting a reworking of the London tube map. Mark Ovenden is a British writer and broadcaster. . After working in journalism and media, life came full circle on the publication of his first book, Transit Maps of the World. At the age of seven, he