Bidspirit auction | Straight Track in the Arava
Straight Track in the Arava – Illustrated History of Railways (2008) - A visually rich and comprehensive documentary album dedicated to the history of railways in the Land of Israel, from the Ottoman period through the British Mandate and into the early years of the State of Israel. Straight Track in the Arava, by Paul Cotterell and published by Israel Railways (2008), presents an in-depth historical narrative accompanied by hundreds of rare archival photographs, documents, and visual materials. The book offers a fascinating look at locomotives, stations, railway lines, and landscapes across different eras. An essential volume for collectors of railway history, Palestine/Israel studies, and photographic documentation. 📌 Details: * Author: Paul Cotterell * Title: Straight Track in the Arava – Illustrated History of Railways in the Land of Israel * Publisher: Israel Railways * Year: 2008 * Pages: 192 * Language: Hebrew * Binding: Hardcover 📌 Condition: Very good condition – light signs of use, well preserved (see photos). 📌 Key Highlights: * Comprehensive illustrated railway history * Hundreds of rare historical photographs * Covers Ottoman & British Mandate periods * Ideal for railway and Israel collectors * High-quality large-format publication