This 86-page booklet is part 8 of the popular series Acta Widisrum, published by Virserums Gille in Stockholm and written by Stig-Åke Petersson. The book offers an in-depth and well-illustrated history of Virserum railway station - a central hub along the Växjö-Hultsfred railway and an important part of the narrow-gauge development in Småland.
The extensive content allows the reader to follow the station's construction, function and role in society. The chapters cover everything from the station house and goods depot to the engine shed with coal shed and water station, as well as staff housing, outbuildings and the classic Press Agency kiosk. It also describes the Central Association building, the development of the railway yard, the importance of the industrial tracks, and details of staff, train connections and freight traffic. Finally, the planned - but never realised - railways that would have affected Virserum are discussed.
This is a piece of local railway history that is rarely described in such breadth and detail. A last unique batch, perfect for collectors, narrow-gauge enthusiasts and anyone who wants to immerse themselves in the importance of the railway for Virserum and the region. When stocks run out, no further copies will be available.
