GALICIA ON RAILS OR THE RAILWAY HISTORY OF PODBESKIDZIE

Travel through time and space, embarking on a fascinating journey through western Galicia, where the railway played a key role in the region's development. Discover forgotten stories, secrets and anecdotes related to the construction and operation of railway lines in Podbeskidzie. Get to know the people who contributed to the development of the railway, and feel the atmosphere of those times thanks to numerous photos, maps and drawings.

• Learn the history of railway development in Podbeskidzie.
• Discover unknown facts and curiosities related to the construction of railway lines.
• See unique photos and maps from the era.
• Feel the atmosphere of old Galicia.
• Learn more about plans to build unrealized railway routes.
• Understand the impact of the railway on the civilizational development of the region.
• Experience an exciting journey into the past.

"Galicia on Rails" is not only a historical book, but also a captivating story about people, passion and determination. The authors passionately convey the atmosphere of the era, transporting the reader back to the time when the railway was a symbol of progress and modernity. Thanks to numerous illustrations and quotes from the press, the reader has the opportunity to feel like a participant in those events.

The book presents an outline of the development of railways in western Galicia, with particular emphasis on the Bielsko - Żywiec, Sucha - Żywiec, Żywiec - Zwardoń routes. For experts in railway issues, the construction plans for two routes are a treat: Łodygowice - Buczkowice and Żywiec - Oświęcim. If it were not for the arms race in c.k. Austria and the outbreak of World War I, they would probably have been built and would have fundamentally changed the civilizational development in this area.

Numerous old photographs, pictures, maps, drawings and quotes from the press allow the reader not only to learn how the railway was built in western Galicia, but also to feel the atmosphere of those times. This book is a real treat for railway historians, regionalists and everyone who wants to learn more about the history of Podbeskidzie. The hardcover publication, with attention to editorial details, is an excellent gift for anyone who values ​​high quality and historical value.

Księży Młyn Dom Wydawniczy is a renowned publishing house specializing in publications on historical and regional topics. For years, the company has been ensuring a high level of substantive and editorial quality of its books, gaining recognition among readers and critics. When you choose a book from this publishing house, you can be sure that you are receiving a product of the highest quality.