Bøger af Ian Lothian

The lines to the West Highlands start their journey in the heart of Central Scotland and were built to link up with ports on the far West Coast. With over 175 stunning photographs, this book will take you from Glasgow to Oban and Fort William, and along the 'Road to the Isles' to Mallaig.

The WCML and the line from Kilmarnock to Gretna were both built to ensure that services from Scotland would connect to cities in England. The changes to motive power, liveries and services over the last 30 years are reflected in the photos. With over 170 photos, this book takes the reader on a journey throughout the south and west of Scotland.

The years between 2006 and 2015 saw many changes in Central Scotland's railways with projects such as the rebuilding and reopening of the lines. With over 150 photos, this book looks at the transformation of the main route network in Central Scotland, detailing changing franchises, different liveries and new lines, locomotives and rolling stock.

The Canadian Pacific Railway was built to unite all the Canadian Provinces. Many obstacles were encountered during construction including the Rocky Mountains. Illustrated with unique photos, this book covers the line from Exshaw to Golden. The variety of traffic found on the line is shown against a backdrop of stunning scenery.

The five years either side of 2000 was a period of change on the railway network. The British Railways network was initially split into three companies, but all ended up being purchased by EWS. By 2005, the railways of Central Scotland had evolved almost beyond recognition. With 150 color photos, this book records the changes to the main network.