History Of The Tower Bridge And Of Other Bridges Over The Thames Built By The Corporation Of London (1894)

""History Of The Tower Bridge And Of Other Bridges Over The Thames Built By The Corporation Of London"" is a book written by Charles Welch in 1894. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the Tower Bridge, one of the most iconic landmarks in London, as well as other bridges built over the Thames by the Corporation of London. The book covers the construction of the Tower Bridge, from its initial conception to its completion in 1894. It also delves into the technical details of the bridge, including its unique design and the engineering challenges that were overcome during its construction. In addition to the Tower Bridge, the book also discusses other bridges built over the Thames by the Corporation of London, including the London Bridge and the Blackfriars Bridge. The historical context of these bridges is explored, including the social and economic factors that led to their construction. Overall, ""History Of The Tower Bridge And Of Other Bridges Over The Thames Built By The Corporation Of London"" is a fascinating insight into the history of London's bridges and the role they have played in shaping the city's landscape and identity. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of London or engineering and architecture.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.