Trams and Trolley Buses in Doncaster by Richard Buckley

Trams and Trolley Buses in Doncaster by Richard Buckley

'Trams and Trolleybuses in Doncaster' is the first book in the new series 'Transport Through The Ages', brought to you by Wharncliffe Books. This delightful book traces the nostalgic journey of the trams, as a centenary history.In Doncaster, on June 2nd 1902, two major events took place; the peace agreement marking the end of the Boer War was celebrated and the town's electric tramways were opened. Richard Buckley's focus is obviously at the local level and how this astounding advent of mechanised urban transport was of great significance to the local residents of Doncaster. This authorative text tells the story of trams and trolleybuses and with 135 pictures that have never before been published this is a truly unique history. The fascinating pictures give you an impression of just how the people and places of that time have changed.Take yourself on a nostalgic journey, and see how the transitions have taken place through Doncaster, as you read 'Trams and Trolley Buses in Doncaster'.

The Reverend Dr Richard Buckley was born in Bedford and studied at the universities of Hull and Strathclyde. Having an exceptional career, by gaining a PhD and being ordained into the Church of England ministry at Wakefield Cathedral, he has served in a variety of the Yorkshire Parishes. Since 1991 he has been an Area Co-ordinator for the development charity Christian Aid. Reverend Dr Richard Buckley is a well-established historian, having published many previous books on this subject; however this is his first publication with Wharncliffe Books.

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ISBN 13	9781903425299
ISBN 10	1903425298
Title	Trams and Trolley Buses in Doncaster
Author	Richard Buckley
Series	Transport Through The Ages
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Pen & Sword Books Ltd
Year published	2003-04-01
Number of pages	176
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.