Dickens, Steven
Manchester Ship Canal Through Time
- ISBN 13:
- 9781445639727
- author:
- Dickens, Steven
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Amberley Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 6.50(w) x 9.25(h) x (d)
- Genre:
- Ships Photography
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Manchester Ship Canal Through Time by Steven Dickens explores the history and development of this 36-mile-long inland waterway in north-west England. From its origins as a thriving economic hub in the late nineteenth century to its current status as an important retail, leisure and media centre, this book delves into the changes and growth of the Manchester Ship Canal. The construction of the canal was a remarkable feat of engineering, featuring seven swing bridges and the aqueduct at Barton. This achievement turned Manchester into an inland seaport, transforming the city's economy and earning it recognition as one of the wonders of the modern industrial world. This book examines the evolution of the Manchester Ship Canal over time, shedding light on its significance in British history and its enduring impact on the region.
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