Anthony Burton Knihy

First published David and Charles, 1989

This book covers Telford Career from his early days until its end, with detailed accounts of his life and exploits.

New Historic Facts, Useful To Mining Historians, Good Selection of Illustrations, Well Researched Text, Good Index.

New in-depth researchInformative, factual textAnecdotal storiesInteresting selection of illustrationsGood index

The book gives a new perspective on the life of Isambard Brunel.

A charming and insightful exploration of the amazing architecture and engineering wonders that surround Britain's inland waterways.

This book is about technology and how it has changed the lives of people on three continents over the last three hundred years.

Newly researched information, good selection of illustrations, good index.

A Comprehensive History of the Industry, New Factual Information, Interesting Narrative, Useful Selection of Illustrations

This is the first book to tell the story of London's transport system from the earliest times to the present day.

The Industrial Revolution was one of the greatest changes in the history of society. It transformed Britain's "green and pleasant land" from an agricultural world into one dominated by spinning and weaving were mechanized; roads, railways and canals spread across the country; mining and factories wiped out the cottage industries and eroded a rural way of life for ever. Man's immense inventiveness and skill also created appalling suffering and cruelty, sacrificing humanity for profit in a society riven with inequalities that remian today. Yet, as the photographs in this book show, the "dark, satanic mills" and machines that changed the world are brilliantly, often beautifully designed, and the industrial landscape is haunting in its vast, imposing grandeur. Combined with lively writing and dramatic historical accounts, they transport our imaginations back to the revolutionary age of smoke and steam.

Exploring the evolution of ocean travel, the book delves into the transition from early transatlantic sailings to modern air travel. It contrasts the luxurious experiences of first-class passengers with the harsh realities faced by immigrants. The narrative highlights the competitive advancements in ship design and the romanticized interiors of grand liners. Additionally, it emphasizes the critical roles played by the crew, from engineers to captains, providing a comprehensive perspective on life aboard some of history's most iconic ships.

Reprint of a classic history of canals with upgraded material.

The definitive history of the great engineers who were responsible for the industrial revolution

The book traces the history of the various craft that have been used for transport on Britain's rivers and canals from the earliest times to the present day.

This book tells the story of London's maritime history from the the establishment of Roman Londinium to the present day.

The Victorian and Edwardian periods saw the development of the steam locomotive in Britain from a comparatively simple machine to a powerful main line express capable of speeds of a hundred miles an hour. The book starts with an introduction dealing with the main line of development and that is followed by a picture section with over 190 photographs. Each illustration has an extended caption giving details of the engine and its history. The material is arranged geographically, starting with the railways of southern England and ending with Irish railways. The Channel Islands, the Isle of Wight and the Isle of Man are also included, and there is a section on English light railway. The photographs are all of the locomotives in their working days, many showing them in action on both passenger and goods trains. This splendid collection shows the rich diversity of Britain's railways and how different companies and their engineers produced engines of great individuality. This is a book that will be enjoyed by all lovers of the golden age of steam railways.

The Victorian and Edwardian periods saw the development of the steam locomotive in Britain from a comparatively simple machine to a powerful main line express capable of speeds of a hundred miles an hour. The book starts with an introduction dealing with the main lines of development in the north of Britain and that is followed by a picture section with over a hundred photographs. Each illustration has an extended caption giving details of the engine and its history. The material is arranged geographically, with sections dealing with the north of England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland and a separate section on light railways. The photographs are all of the locomotives in their working days, many showing them in action on both passenger and goods trains. This splendid collection shows the rich diversity of Britain’s railways and how different companies and their engineers produced engines of great individuality. This is a book that will be enjoyed by all lovers of the golden age of steam railways.

Canals In Colour

The Past at Work [hardcover] Burton, Anthony [Jan 01, 1980]… 0233971912

This text explores over 200 years of British waterways history. It tells the stories of the great engineers, from James Brindley through to William Jessop and Thomas Telford. It also includes archive illustrations and detailed architectural drawings.