Early Carriages And Roads (1903)

Early Carriages and Roads is a historical account of the development of carriages and roads in England during the 18th and 19th centuries. Written by Walter Gilbey and originally published in 1903, the book provides a detailed exploration of the evolution of carriages from the earliest forms of transportation to the luxurious and sophisticated vehicles of the Victorian era. Gilbey also discusses the development of roads, including the construction of turnpikes and the improvement of highways, and their impact on carriage travel. The book is illustrated with numerous black and white photographs and drawings, providing a visual representation of the carriages and roads described in the text. This book is a valuable resource for historians, transportation enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the history of travel and transportation in England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.