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Track and trackless: Omnibuses and trams in the Western Cape

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To all that has an interest in General, transport or to be more specific tram history of the Western Cape (Province of South Africa), I can really advise in getting this book. It goes back further than trams e.g. Cart drawn transport for both Passenger and Goods until the last trackless tram left Cape Town.

The younger generation does not know Cape Town in this way and the information is very accurate. I would like to see some of the dates be expanded by including the month and day also to be more correct in this way.

Mr. Coates also bring in references to the political situation of the day that influenced tramways and their existence.

There are some hand drawn pictures and a lot of photo's and other illustrations. (Eye candy!!)

I was lucky to obtain a copy of this book at an antique shop. I suggest a reprint in a cheaper format to make the book available again to one and all.

This is a must read - No option...