Funicular railways, or cable railways, are used for a variety of purposes and are seen in a wide range of places. The cable-operated Great Orme Tramway is still around in the United Kingdom, and of course the famous cable cars are still used in San Francisco. This book describes in full the complete development andapplications of cable railways and cable cars. It features informative sections on the funicular principle, cliff railways, cable tramways, the inclined plane, and more. Also it is filled with countless vintage black & white photos that lend a nostalgic air to the book. Don’t let the size of this book fool you – it is filled with information and is sure to interest all.