9781331249740 - History of the Port of London, Vol. 1 of 2 (Classic Reprint) de Broodbank, Joseph Guinness (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book traces the historic development of the Port of London, from its modest beginnings as a crossing-point on the River Thames, through Roman occupation, Saxon rule and the chaos of the Dark Ages. The author presents a detailed and engaging narrative of how the port evolved from a place of defense to a major international trading hub, dealing with key figures and events that shaped its growth. The book explores the impact of the port's growth on London, discussing the industries and communities that sprang up around it and how it made London one of the world's great cities. Well-researched and full of fascinating detail, this book provides not only a comprehensive history but also insights into the importance of ports and trade in shaping the course of history. 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.