Engines of War
How Wars Were Won and Lost on the Railways
(Author) Christian WolmarEngines of War tells the dramatic story of how the birth of the railways shaped how wars were fought and won, facilitating conflict on a previously unimaginable scale.
Christian Wolmar
Christian Wolmar is a British journalist, author, and railway historian known for his in-depth research and analysis of transportation systems. He has written numerous books on railways, including "Fire and Steam: How the Railways Transformed Britain" and "The Great Railway Revolution: The Epic Story of the American Railroad." Wolmar's writing style is characterized by his ability to make complex historical and technical information accessible to a wide audience. His works have had a significant impact on the field of railway history and have helped to popularize the study of transportation systems. "Fire and Steam" is considered his most famous work, providing a comprehensive overview of the impact of railways on British society and economy.