"It is an important and invaluable record of a group of locomotive and invaluable record of a group of locomotive classes that were at the heart of railway operations in eastern Britain for over half a century. Congratulations once again to David Maidment on a work that will have a wide appeal."

Phillip Benham, The Journal of the Friends of the National Railway Museum Winter 2021-2022

"I found the book interesting and well written and a comprehensive overview of the classes... for the general reader I highly recommend the book."

The Railway Observer, Volume 92, February 2022

"Overall a book with a lot of locomotives for the money and an enjoyable browse."

The Society of Model and Experimental Engineers Journal - December 21

A new gem to include in the list of the Série "Locomotive Portfolio" of the friends of Pen and Sword Book.

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Miniaturas JM

Another thoroughly competent book.

Steam World, June 2021

"Another very fine book."

West Somerset Railway Association

As with other books from the Locomotive Portfolio series, this book by David Maidment comes highly recommended. A worthwhile addition to the series, and a great book in its own right if you have an interest in steam locomotives.

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Rail Advent

In summary, whether as a ‘coffee table’ book or as a research document this is worth the investment. The photographs are consistently good and well presented, with good contrast in the printing that allows you to pick up on details and it is an excellent source of information for modellers and model engineers interested in these engines. Every class of LNER 4-6-0 is covered so whatever your favourite, there’s bound to be something of interest. Many of the photographs (from the Manchester Locomotive Society) are seen in print for the first time and, as a bonus, often show interesting rolling stock and locations.

York Model Engineers Newsletter, May 2021