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The book covers the liveries of 37 pre-grouping railways and Pullman cars from 18251922, and the five group liveries from 19231948. It includes a short history of each railway, and a chronological survey of the evolution of their paint schemes. The book also includes chapters on each major company, as well as minor companies and Ireland