Renowned for its express locomotive Mallard setting a world speed record
(126mph) for steam locomotives that endures to this day, the London &
North Eastern Railway was the second largest of the 'Big Four' railway
companies to emerge from the 1923 grouping and also the most diverse,
with its prestigious high-speed trains from King's Cross balanced by an
intensive suburban and commuter service from Liverpool Street and a high
dependence on freight. Noted for its cautious board and thrifty
management, the LNER gained a reputation for being poor but honest.
Forming part of a series, along with The GWR Handbook, The LMS Handbook
and The Southern Railway Handbook, this new edition provides an
authoritative and highly detailed reference of information about the
LNER.