Description
Discover the rich history of New Zealand's railway with 'A West Coast Engineman,' a captivating hardback book by Ian Tibbles. This brand-new edition offers a nostalgic journey into the golden age of steam, bringing to life the experiences of a young engineman who began his career at Greymouth's Elmer Lane depot in 1962. Immerse yourself in the adventures through the West Coast's iconic lines, including the Grey Valley, Blackball branch, and the unforgettable journey up to Otira on the powerful J class locomotive.
Comprising 251 pages, this expertly crafted book features a lavish collection of 163 black and white and 99 color photographs from the era, making it a must-have for train enthusiasts and collectors alike. The text eloquently recounts Ian's progression from brand new labourer to fireman on renowned Wf, A, Ab, B, J, We, and Ww class engines. With insights into the challenges and triumphs of operating narrow grate engines compared to the J class, readers gain a true understanding of rail operations in the 1960s.
Whether you're an avid railway aficionado or a curious history buff, 'A West Coast Engineman' provides a unique perspective on New Zealand Railways' heritage. Plus, with Smartfox's commitment to combining shipping, you can easily add this literary gem to your collection without worrying about unexpected import charges, customs duties, or taxes. This product is in stock in New Zealand, ensuring a hassle-free shopping experience. Elevate your bookshelf today with this timeless piece of railway history.
CONDITION: Brand New
Pages: 251
Bind: hardback
Author: Ian Tibbles Publisher: New Zealand Railway & Locomotive Society
Publication Date: 10-04-2015
Signing on at Greymouth's Elmer Lane depot in 1962, a young Ian Tibbles very quickly learnt the mysteries of "the dark shed". Graduating from labourer to cleaner and then fireman, his apprenticeship takes us on a journey about the West Coast in the 1960's, the golden age of steam. Starting on the wharf and local shunts on Wf's Ian moved onto the main lines, then populated with A, Ab, B, J, We and Ww class engines. Sharing his firing experiences, Ian recounts throughout the chapters what it was like "getting down the road" on the various lines and classes of engine. The vagaries of narrow grate engines through to the "modern" J class are all discussed. managing transfer to various depots on the Coast, Ian recounts his time on all the West Coast lines. The Grey Valley, Blackball branch, Ross line, relieving Reefton, the Tawhai saddle, Reefton to Westport, the Westport to Mokihinui coal railway, Conns Creek branch, Rewanui incline and of course blasting up to Otira on the J class, are all vividly recounted. Complementing the text is a lavish selection of black and white and colour images from the era. Without doubt, this is a book for lovers of NZR steam in the 60s. 163 b&w photos + 99 colour photos
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.
Comprising 251 pages, this expertly crafted book features a lavish collection of 163 black and white and 99 color photographs from the era, making it a must-have for train enthusiasts and collectors alike. The text eloquently recounts Ian's progression from brand new labourer to fireman on renowned Wf, A, Ab, B, J, We, and Ww class engines. With insights into the challenges and triumphs of operating narrow grate engines compared to the J class, readers gain a true understanding of rail operations in the 1960s.
Whether you're an avid railway aficionado or a curious history buff, 'A West Coast Engineman' provides a unique perspective on New Zealand Railways' heritage. Plus, with Smartfox's commitment to combining shipping, you can easily add this literary gem to your collection without worrying about unexpected import charges, customs duties, or taxes. This product is in stock in New Zealand, ensuring a hassle-free shopping experience. Elevate your bookshelf today with this timeless piece of railway history.
CONDITION: Brand New
Pages: 251
Bind: hardback
Author: Ian Tibbles Publisher: New Zealand Railway & Locomotive Society
Publication Date: 10-04-2015
Signing on at Greymouth's Elmer Lane depot in 1962, a young Ian Tibbles very quickly learnt the mysteries of "the dark shed". Graduating from labourer to cleaner and then fireman, his apprenticeship takes us on a journey about the West Coast in the 1960's, the golden age of steam. Starting on the wharf and local shunts on Wf's Ian moved onto the main lines, then populated with A, Ab, B, J, We and Ww class engines. Sharing his firing experiences, Ian recounts throughout the chapters what it was like "getting down the road" on the various lines and classes of engine. The vagaries of narrow grate engines through to the "modern" J class are all discussed. managing transfer to various depots on the Coast, Ian recounts his time on all the West Coast lines. The Grey Valley, Blackball branch, Ross line, relieving Reefton, the Tawhai saddle, Reefton to Westport, the Westport to Mokihinui coal railway, Conns Creek branch, Rewanui incline and of course blasting up to Otira on the J class, are all vividly recounted. Complementing the text is a lavish selection of black and white and colour images from the era. Without doubt, this is a book for lovers of NZR steam in the 60s. 163 b&w photos + 99 colour photos
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.