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The Railway Metropolis: How planners, politicians and developers shaped modern London

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The Railway Metropolis describes the fascinating story of how planners, politicians and developers have shaped London’s railways. Focusing on the new lines that have been added since 1980, the author considers the reasons why they were built, whether they have proved worthwhile and what lessons can be learned. Based upon extensive research, the book explains the planning, technology choice, design and funding decisions that have shaped London’s rail network, and the changing operating practices, fares and management that have been equally critical to the modernisation of London’s transport system.

The book covers the period from the election of a Conservative government in 1979 through to the present day and six lines that transformed London: Docklands Light Railway, Jubilee Line Extension, High Speed One, Overground, Thameslink and Crossrail. The author has drawn upon extensive industry experience as well as public and private documents, archives, recollections and interviews with more than 50 people who influenced the rebirth of London’s railways to arrive at an authoritative analysis.

The Railway Metropolis is an essential read for all those involved in the industry, including engineers, architects, city planners, railway operators and politicians, and it will also appeal to those with a general interest in the history and development of London’s rail network. Written in an accessible and engaging style, and fully illustrated throughout, the book presents a valuable perspective on why things were done the way they were, the results and whether we can learn how to do them better.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Lessons Learned alone should save the time and cost of many a consultant’s study.

H.P.I. · April 19, 2017

This is an important and timely book, the author being not only a participant in the shaping of London’s rail network but also able to present the subject in a readable, thoughtful, useful manner.Make no mistake, this is not a book that can be read in one sitting. It possesses a substantial Thump Factor, and is therefore best taken in little bites; but the layout of the book makes it equally useful for people preferring a skim to a deep dive, as the graphics and text work well together. The book should therefore appeal to a broad range of readers, from economists to engineers to historians. And for policy types, the Lessons Learned alone should save the time and cost of many a consultant’s study.As the city is one of the world's most dependent on rail infrastructure, it is fortunate that Michael Schabas is both an insider and a writer; his book does this complex subject justice.Henry Posner IIIChairmanRailroad Development Corp.Pittsburgh, PA, USA

A must read

A.C. · March 4, 2017

This book gives a very well documented insight into London's transport evolution over the last few decades. It has the ideal depth in the topics being neither too technical or too historical. It focuses on the process of the development of the different transport schemes. In addition to that the book tells the story what happened and what could have happened if decision maker decided slightly differently. A must read if you want to understand how Londons transport system is as it is today.

Five Stars

J.G. · May 24, 2017

Excellent and comprehensive

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Description:

The Railway Metropolis describes the fascinating story of how planners, politicians and developers have shaped London’s railways. Focusing on the new lines that have been added since 1980, the author considers the reasons why they were built, whether they have proved worthwhile and what lessons can be learned. Based upon extensive research, the book explains the planning, technology choice, design and funding decisions that have shaped London’s rail network, and the changing operating practices, fares and management that have been equally critical to the modernisation of London’s transport system.

The book covers the period from the election of a Conservative government in 1979 through to the present day and six lines that transformed London: Docklands Light Railway, Jubilee Line Extension, High Speed One, Overground, Thameslink and Crossrail. The author has drawn upon extensive industry experience as well as public and private documents, archives, recollections and interviews with more than 50 people who influenced the rebirth of London’s railways to arrive at an authoritative analysis.

The Railway Metropolis is an essential read for all those involved in the industry, including engineers, architects, city planners, railway operators and politicians, and it will also appeal to those with a general interest in the history and development of London’s rail network. Written in an accessible and engaging style, and fully illustrated throughout, the book presents a valuable perspective on why things were done the way they were, the results and whether we can learn how to do them better.

Read more

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Lessons Learned alone should save the time and cost of many a consultant’s study.

H.P.I. · April 19, 2017

This is an important and timely book, the author being not only a participant in the shaping of London’s rail network but also able to present the subject in a readable, thoughtful, useful manner.Make no mistake, this is not a book that can be read in one sitting. It possesses a substantial Thump Factor, and is therefore best taken in little bites; but the layout of the book makes it equally useful for people preferring a skim to a deep dive, as the graphics and text work well together. The book should therefore appeal to a broad range of readers, from economists to engineers to historians. And for policy types, the Lessons Learned alone should save the time and cost of many a consultant’s study.As the city is one of the world's most dependent on rail infrastructure, it is fortunate that Michael Schabas is both an insider and a writer; his book does this complex subject justice.Henry Posner IIIChairmanRailroad Development Corp.Pittsburgh, PA, USA

A must read

A.C. · March 4, 2017

This book gives a very well documented insight into London's transport evolution over the last few decades. It has the ideal depth in the topics being neither too technical or too historical. It focuses on the process of the development of the different transport schemes. In addition to that the book tells the story what happened and what could have happened if decision maker decided slightly differently. A must read if you want to understand how Londons transport system is as it is today.

Five Stars

J.G. · May 24, 2017

Excellent and comprehensive

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