Thunder in the Mountains by W R Mitchell
Presents a true story that captures the drama and harsh reality behind the building of the iconic structure - Ribblehead Viaduct, which symbolises the strength and durability of the Settle-Carlisle railway - that was built by a Victorian work force.
"This true-life drama is gripping from start to finish" PATRICK STEWART "A monument to human industry still going strong over 120 years later... and to a tough nomadic community that lived on the very edge of society. This was the last of the great railway lines built by the navvies." - Tony Robinson, Time Team, Channel 4"
W R Mitchell, MBE, Hon D.Litt, is the author of nearly 200 books, many of which concern the Settle-Carlisle railway. His journalistic career began at the Craven Herald & Pioneer in Skipton, from where he moved to Clapham, the headquarters of The Dalesman, a magazine he was to edit for about three decades. For much of that time he was also editor of Cumbria magazine. In retirement, he raised the imprint Castleberg for a string of books he compiled, mainly about everyday life in the Dales and Lake District. His most recent book, also published by Great Northern, was about Hannah Hauxwell, daleswoman extraordinary. Bill's honorary degree was awarded by the University of Bradford. In 2008, the Outdoor Writers' and Photographers' Guild presented him with their major Golden Eagle award. He was said to be one of the founding fathers of outdoor writing.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781905080632 |
| ISBN 10 | 1905080638 |
| Title | Thunder in the Mountains |
| Author | W R Mitchell |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Great Northern Books Ltd |
| Year published | 2009-07-13 |
| Number of pages | 160 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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