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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the captivating history of the Coaching Age, a period in England when stagecoaches reigned supreme as a means of transportation. It paints a vivid picture of a bygone era, transporting readers to a time when the clatter of hooves and the rumble of wheels filled the air. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society, where advancements in road construction and engineering played a pivotal role in shaping the nation's infrastructure and connecting distant towns and cities. The book explores the evolution of coaching, from its early beginnings and the challenges posed by treacherous roads and highway robbery to its golden age under King George IV. Readers will encounter legendary figures like John Palmer, the driving force behind the mail-coach system, and the renowned road engineers John Loudon McAdam and Thomas Telford, whose innovative methods revolutionized road construction. The book also delves into the social and cultural impact of coaching, examining the lives of coachmen, passengers, and the communities that thrived along the coaching routes. Through evocative descriptions and insightful anecdotes, the book captures the essence of a transformative period in English history, offering a window into a world where the speed and efficiency of stagecoaches played a crucial role in shaping the nation's identity and fostering a sense of national pride. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332052233_0
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