A book as spirited, nostalgic and idiosyncratic as railways themselves, proof that adventure always awaits on the next platform Dwayne Fields, author of Exploring My Limits A riveting read. From the jungles of Myanmar to the heart of sub-Saharan Africa, from colonial oppression to post-modern pipe-dreams, railways always carry more than just cargo. They carry the weight of human ambition, in all its tragedy, comedy, romance and hubris. For better and worse these iron arteries have reshaped our world, and Im deeply grateful to the authors in this collection whove opened doors to stories and places most of us could never reach alone Alex Bescoby, author of The Last Overland First-hand travel experiences are always fascinating; even more so when written by 12 established journalists and authors... This is no romanticised holiday diary, but a hardback about railways from their grittiest (when used for war) to the joy and impact of train travel Trackside
