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John Betjeman on Trains Glancey Johnathon

John Betjeman on Trains By Glancey Johnathon

John Betjeman on Trains by Glancey Johnathon


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Condition - Very Good
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Summary

John Betjeman (1906-1984) was not only one of the best-loved Englishmen of the twentieth century, he was also the people's favourite poet and champion of many causes linked to the preservation of Britain's heritage. This book presents his love of railways and rail travel. It describes a journey that he made or that he planned to make.

John Betjeman on Trains Summary

John Betjeman on Trains by Glancey Johnathon

John Betjeman (1906-1984) was not only one of the best-loved Englishmen of the twentieth century, he was also the people's favourite poet and champion of many causes linked to the preservation of Britain's heritage. Whether those causes concerned buildings, bridges or railway branch lines, Betjeman was a feared adversary of bureaucratic excesses. This delightful little book is a celebration of his love of railways and rail travel. Ten letters selected by his daughter, Candida Lycett Green, each describe a journey that he made or that he planned to make or that he planned for a friend or relative. Jonathan Glancey has added his own words to each letter; words that set the scene, bring the letters to life, that describe Betjeman's moods - humorous, mischievous, brisk for business - and above all, remind us of the age of the steam locomotive in Britain and the many stations closed and track miles lost during the sixties and seventies.

About Glancey Johnathon

Candida Lycett Green was the daughter of the late Sir John Betjeman. Jonathan Glancey is an architecture critic and author.

Additional information

GOR001636469
9780413776129
0413776123
John Betjeman on Trains by Glancey Johnathon
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Methuen Publishing Ltd
20060824
124
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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