This fascinating book tells the story of the construction and operation of the Whitby and Pickering Railway, one of the first public railways in England. Author G. W. J. Potter provides a detailed account of the railway's history, from its inception in the early 19th century to its eventual decline and closure. This is a must-read for railway enthusiasts and anyone interested in transportation history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.