Tales of the Rails embraces travelling by train and explores the infinite discoveries to be made onboard, from spectacular scenery and colourful cities, to the many different characters in the carriage.

Discover 13 impressive train routes from around the globe, learn about Japan’s record-breaking bullet train, then slow down to experience an overnight journey on one of Britain’s last sleeper carriages. Studying where and why these routes exist, and discovering facts about the people that keep the engines running, this fully illustrated book is an ode to the golden age of train travel.

Tales of the Rails will show you why rail travel is fun and exciting; let’s take a ride!

Best suits 6-11 year olds