Sweden has been fairly spared from bloody train robberies, but in one case, shots were actually fired in the best Western style. The book tells the story of seven train heists and robberies, although one was a sabotage. One of the chapters tells the story of a tragic train wreck. The cases are described from planning to trial, and for those interested in railways, there is also a description of the railway in question!
Swedish Train Robberies
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| Weight | 790 g |
|---|---|
| Sidor | 86 pages |
| Binding | Glue bound |
Dennis, narrow gauge -
Reviewing the book was as easy as reading it, it is simply an enjoyable book in many different ways! The book tells the story of seven different train heists and robberies from Bollnäs in the north to Staffanstorp in the south.
Sweden has been rather spared from bloody train robberies, but in one case shots were actually fired in the best Western style. One of the chapters tells of a tragic stoning incident, but we won't reveal too much about it.
The author has done a lot of archival work and the various cases are carefully described from planning, implementation and the subsequent trial, because most people do not get away with it, crime does not pay.
Extra fun for us railway enthusiasts, there is a description of the railway in question with all the historical facts for each chapter. All in all, a book with exciting crime drama and railway history!