200 years after the world's first steam railway locomotive made its maiden voyage, with Britain leading the way, its evolution continued through the 19th and into the 20th centuries. Despite steam haulage on Britain's nationalised railways ending in 1968, the British public's love affair with these living mechanical monsters endures. Written by best-selling railway author Julian Holland, Britain's Steam Locomotives is a fitting memorial to more than two centuries of British steam locomotive design. * Trace this fascinating, unfolding story from the early 19th century to the present day * Alongside detailed descriptions of the locomotives themselves, Holland reveals the captivating stories of their designers and their birthplaces for a comprehensive guide * This book is beautifully illustrated with photographs from the National Railway Museum Collection and the country's leading railway photographers Gold title * Written by railway expert and best-selling author, Julian Holland * Comprehensive guide with beautifully illustrated photographs from the National Railway Museum Collection and the country's leading railway photographers * Alongside detailed descriptions of the locomotives themselves, Holland reveals the fascinating stories of the designers and birthplaces.