The Adventures of ‘A Fighting Railway’
As the designer of The Adventures of ‘A Fighting Railway’, I had the privilege of bringing the turbulent history of the Belfast Central Railway (1864–1885) to life through visual storytelling. My work on this project involved crafting a layout that honours the book’s deep archival roots, incorporating intricate maps and rare historical imagery that document Belfast’s industrial golden age.
I focused on creating a clean, engaging design that navigates the reader through the company’s “fighting” spirit, from its high-stakes parliamentary battles to its complex financial struggles. It was a rewarding challenge to balance Robert Phipps’ detailed research with a design aesthetic that mirrors the grit and ambition of this important, yet often forgotten, piece of Irish railway history.
Client
Robert Phipps
Project
Book Design
Size
182mm x 257mm
