{"product_id":"the-1896-light-railways-act-john-hannavy-9781445693446","title":"The 1896 Light Railways ACT: The Law That Made Heritage Railways Possible","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the Victorian law that unintentionally paved the way for Britain's beloved heritage railways.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 1896, the Light Railways Act aimed to simplify railway construction approvals. However, its lasting impact wasn't fully realized until the 1960s. As Dr. Beeching closed railway lines, steam railway enthusiasts recognized the Act as a means to reopen stretches of track, preserving the magic of steam. Now, generations enjoy these restored lines, a testament to an unexpected consequence of Victorian legislation. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJohn Hannavy explores the story behind this law and its welcome side effect: today's thriving heritage railway industry. Evocative images illustrate the journey of a Victorian law that helped keep the steam dream alive. This is for railway enthusiasts and history buffs alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e John Hannavy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1445693445\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781445693446\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Amberley Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/15\/2019\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 96\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback","brand":"John Hannavy","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48453645795583,"sku":"9781445693446","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_b270d42f-dc4d-4210-94e4-cad7d932b5b4.jpg?v=1777301394","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-1896-light-railways-act-john-hannavy-9781445693446","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}