Canal Recollections by Holland, Julian - 2002

Paperback. Good.

SOFTBACK SHIPPED FROM THE UK.* Edition: 1st. Thus.* Impression: 1st.* Date of Publication: 2002* Publisher: Greenwich Editions.* Binding and cover condition: Black & white photo-illustrated soft card covers. No bumps or rubs. Absolutely minimal shelf wear to covers. No creases to spine or hinge. Seems lightly used if at all. FINE* Contents condition: PRIVATE COPY NOT EX-LIBRARY. Clean, crisp, tight & bright. No annotations, inscriptions or marks to text, no tanning or other visible faults. FINE* Illustrations: Numerous b/w photo-illustrations within text throughout.* Pages: 96 pp. text.* Product Description:- With the advent of the Industrial Revolution in Britain, the need to transport large quantities of raw materials and goods concentrated the minds of industrialists and engineers. The existing road system was antiquated and the steam engine and railways were still years away. The Canal Age was born out of this acute need for reliable long distance transport. By the end of the 18th century Canal… Read More

Greenwich Editions, 2002. Book. Very Good. Paperback. In very good condition..

London: Greenwich Editions, 2002. This book vividly portrays many aspects of life on Britain's canals from the late 19th century to 1960. 96 pages. Illustrated throughout with b/w photographs. Every book is sent in a rigid cardboard posting box.. Paperback. New. 25 Cm x 18.5 Cm.