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HOW TO GO RAILWAY MODELLING

Author: Norman Simmons

This book has become accepted over the years as the 'bible' of railway modelling; with the hobby continuing to expand at a rapid rate it is even more essential that both newcomers and old hands are aware of the latest developments. This is the reason for the appearance of this completely revised, updated and reset edition, produced to a more modern format and with brand-new photographs and totally redrawn diagrams. Essentially, this is a different book although it retains its original title. 'Chip' technology is only one of the many facets of modern railway modelling to be covered in this fascinating new volume.

Aimed primarily at the would-be railway modeller, but containing a vast amount of useful information for those who have been active in the hobby for years, it includes stimulating chapters on the different types of model railway layout and what may best suit individual needs and resources. It also contains thought-provoking practical,Jchapters on layout planning and building, electrical wiring, track laying, locomotives, carriages and wagons, scenery and operating. Finally, it explains the organisation of the hobby, the clubs, the press, the commercial manufacturers, the distributing and retail houses, and the accepted model railway standards, scales and gauges. All in all, it is even more compulsive reading!

Norman Simmons has been an active railway modeller since the 1930s and is well qualified to write on the subject, having contributed a number of articles on railway modelling to Airfix Magazine. His book, which has been described by the magazine Railway Modeller as 'an excellent, practical textbook on our hobby', makes an ideal primer for the beginner. However, this informative and well-illustrated book also offers plenty of useful hints and tips for experienced modellers.