Hafter – THE BOOK 1989

Description

This compelling two-page article, published in the August 1989 edition of ‘Modern Railways,’ features Gordon Hafter’s incisive critique, ‘THE BOOK.’ It offers a critical review of the British Rail Passenger Timetable for 1989 (15 May – 1 October). Visually anchored by a striking image of the 1989 BR timetable cover on page one, the document is largely textual, complemented by an illustrative Swiss timetable example on page two. Hafter delivers a sharp, expert assessment, comparing BR’s 1989 timetable unfavorably against contemporary European standards across presentation, content, and accuracy. This document serves as a valuable historical record, offering trustworthy insights into late-1980s railway operational and customer information standards, particularly from a comparative European perspective. It’s an essential resource for those studying historical rail service quality and publication practices.