BR Blue: the North in Focus
BR Blue: the North in Focus by Stephen Owens, published by Amberley Publishing on October 15, 2021, offers a visual journey through the railway landscape during the BR Blue era, beginning in 1978. This edition, comprising 96 pages, captures the essence of a time often viewed as less glamorous than the steam era, showcasing the railway’s state during a period marked by neglect and limited resources.
Readers will find a rich collection of photographs that document the unique characteristics of the railways in northern England and Scotland. The book reflects on the nostalgia of this transitional phase, appealing to both seasoned rail enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Through Owens’ lens, the images serve as a testament to a time when the future of rail transport was uncertain, yet still held a devoted following among those who appreciated its history and significance.
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From 1978 onwards, during the period often referred to as BR Blue, Stephen Owens was able to photograph for posterity some of what he saw on the railway. Some might suggest the period didn’t have the interest of the steam era – how could it? It was an era when the railway appeared neglected and threadbare; it was being run on a shoestring, and it looked and felt like it. Be that as it may, it had its devotees and supporters. Some rail enthusiasts instinctively recognised that the situation couldn’t and wouldn’t last. In a way it was similar to the end of steam: the clock was ticking, but this time no-one knew when it would stop, nor what would follow. With a wonderful selection of images, this nostalgic look back at the era of Rail Blue in northern England and Scotland will delight rail enthusiasts both young and old.
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