British Steam Railways presents a unique 48-page book and DVD combination exploring the dramatic transformation of British leisure activities and the resulting social revolution effectedby the arrival of the steam railway, from the earliest excursions on the Liverpool & Manchester to the last days of steam. Also read the fascinating tale of workers holidays: how working lives and employees expectations changed beyond recognition with the arrival of the railways, and how carriage-loads of factory workers descended on London and Paris, and changed seaside resorts such as Blackpool and Scarborough for ever. Running Time: 60 minutes Region: Region 2 Release Date: 6 Dec. 2010