Half A Century Of Photographing Railways
AUTHOR: Michael Rhodes
PUBLISHER: Platform 5 Publishing
ISBN: 978-1-90943-192-8
PRICE: £39.95
WEBSITE: www.platform5.com
Another great book recently released by Platform 5 Publishing focuses on the photographic exploits of renowned railway photographer Michael Rhodes.
This journey back in time starts more than five decades ago in the early 1970s, with the book running in chronological order through the years up to the present day.
There is a healthy mix of monochrome and colour images throughout, and the way the book is put together serves as a fascinating look at how the railways have changed over the years.
The book begins with the author detailing the cameras he has used over the years, these being the tools that have allowed him to develop and hone his skills as a photographer – and he is clearly a very talented lensman.
We then journey through the years and around the globe, with the author searching out steam, diesel and electric traction in a whole host of countries, although the content is predominantly from railways in the UK.
The book is attractively designed, and this high standard enhances the photographic and time travel experience.
As with all of the hardback books produced by Platform 5, this is printed in A4 portrait format and on good quality paper.
The reproduction of the photographs contained within it is excellent and it is a weighty tome, coming in at 240 pages. The book is priced at £39.95, which may seem a little on the high side for what is essentially a photographic book, but the range of subjects and countries covered over such a long period makes it a truly fascinating study of the railways both in this country and overseas.
If you want inspiration to improve your photography, or just get a few ideas on good composition, then I am sure you would enjoy spending a good few hours looking through this book.
It is another winning release from Platform 5, which has produced some truly excellent books in recent months. Highly recommended.
(AMC)