David St John Thomas

This is a book for everyone who really cares about cats. Vividly written, sometimes serious, sometimes light-hearted, anyone who has fallen for a cat, however much against their better judgement, is bound to find it uplifting.

A railway book like no other, which covers the natural history of railways, a reminder of what traffic used to be like on peak summer Saturdays, an evocation of watching trains and many other topics.

Basing his work on deep historical research and rich personal experience, David St John Thomas lovingly portrays the branch and cross-country railway in all its nostalgic, technical and commercial aspects. A unique study for railway enthusiasts and for those who just miss the passing of the country railway.