The Story Of Our Canals by Carolyn Hutchings

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From the opening of the Bridgewater Canal in 1761, until well into the 19th Century, the canal system in Great Britain grew at a tremendous pace. At its height, there were over 6,0 00 miles of navigable rivers and canals covering the length and breadth of the country, supplying the vital link between mines, farms, factories and ports. The story of how this was achieved, of the colourful characters who dug the canals and operated them, is here depicted in words and pictures, in all its fascinating detail. This 1975 Ladybird Books Hardback is in good condition. Minimal spotting on first page. ISBN: 9780721404073 SKU: 1568129 Note: Any image shown is from a stock photo and is not the actual book. Show more