Book - An Illustrated History of the Atlantic Coast Express by John Scott-Morgan.

The 'Atlantic Coast Express' was the Southern Railway's flagship express from London Waterloo to the West Country and this volume provides a detailed and fascinating examination of the history of this well known top link working. Covered is the construction and development of the route, the origins of the 'ACE', the postwar services, motive power and rolling stock, a journey along the route, and the final years until withdrawal in September 1964. 6 maps. 253 b/w photos. 128 pages. Hardback