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- 160 pages
- Reading time
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Focusing on the remarkable contributions of Bridley's engineering pupils, the book highlights figures like Hugh Henshall and Thomas Dadford, who played pivotal roles during the "Canal mania" era. It details their accomplishments in developing extensive canal and lock systems across Britain, including notable projects such as the Forth & Clyde and the Thames Navigation. The illustrated narrative not only chronicles their lives and entrepreneurial ventures but also includes a gazetteer for readers to explore significant engineering sites, enhancing their understanding of this interconnected world.
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The Canal Pioneers: Brindley's School of Engineers, Christopher Lewis
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- Released
- 2012
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- Title
- The Canal Pioneers: Brindley's School of Engineers
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Christopher Lewis
- Publisher
- Spellmount Publishers
- Publisher
- 2012
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 160
- ISBN13
- 9780752461663
- Description
- Focusing on the remarkable contributions of Bridley's engineering pupils, the book highlights figures like Hugh Henshall and Thomas Dadford, who played pivotal roles during the "Canal mania" era. It details their accomplishments in developing extensive canal and lock systems across Britain, including notable projects such as the Forth & Clyde and the Thames Navigation. The illustrated narrative not only chronicles their lives and entrepreneurial ventures but also includes a gazetteer for readers to explore significant engineering sites, enhancing their understanding of this interconnected world.