"Rail Trails: South West Essays in Steam" by Peter W. Gray is a book published in 1992 that explores the history and nostalgia of British Rail's steam locomotives in the South West region. Focusing on the British Rail era from 1948 to 1997, this publication offers a unique perspective on the railway industry during that time. With a strong emphasis on transportation collectables and railwayana, this book provides a collection of essays that capture the essence of the British Rail story in the South West.