40,99 €
inkl. MwSt.
Versandkostenfrei*
Versandfertig in 1-2 Wochen
payback
20 °P sammeln
  • Gebundenes Buch

Step into the world where rivers shaped nations and canals transformed civilisations. Rivers, Canals And Ports Bibliographic Notes is a vital compendium for anyone captivated by the ingenuity and ambition behind historical waterways exploration and the evolution of maritime trade routes. With a keen focus on transportation infrastructure history, this volume traces the intricate development of river navigation systems, canal engineering, and the rise of European port cities during the 19th century. Every page offers a window into the history of shipping, revealing how waterways became the…mehr

Produktbeschreibung
Step into the world where rivers shaped nations and canals transformed civilisations. Rivers, Canals And Ports Bibliographic Notes is a vital compendium for anyone captivated by the ingenuity and ambition behind historical waterways exploration and the evolution of maritime trade routes. With a keen focus on transportation infrastructure history, this volume traces the intricate development of river navigation systems, canal engineering, and the rise of European port cities during the 19th century. Every page offers a window into the history of shipping, revealing how waterways became the arteries of commerce and progress. Originally compiled as an indispensable resource for historians and researchers, this work stands as both an academic study resource and a testament to the enduring fascination with maritime history. Its pages preserve the stories of canal builders, port developers, and the communities that flourished along these lifelines. The book's meticulous bibliographic notes provide a foundation for further study, making it invaluable to collectors of classic literature and students of port development history alike. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. For anyone drawn to the legacy of 19th century waterways and the marvels of canal systems, this is more than a record; it is a cultural treasure, ready to inspire new journeys of discovery.
Autorenporträt
The author of the "Gesta Romanorum," an anonymous cleric from late 13th or early 14th century England or Germany, masterfully compiled this timeless anthology. Their work, blending moralistic tales with historical and mythological elements, reflects the deep Christian ethos of the medieval era. Though their identity remains a mystery, their influence endures in the rich narrative tradition they helped shape, impacting generations of storytellers and readers alike.