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The Thames & Severn Canal: History & Guide - Softcover

Viner, David

 
9780752417615: The Thames & Severn Canal: History & Guide

Synopsis



Part of the Tempus History & Guide series, this book offers an in-depth look at the Thames and Severn Canal. Prepared from 30 years of personal experience with the canal by the author, plus extensive research, this account traces the history back to the 1780s. In addition, information is provided on how to access the waterway and enjoy the extensive towpath network, and what important buildings remain.

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About the Author

David Viner is a freelance curator and writer and was formerly curator of the Corinium Museum, Cirencester. He has been a museums and heritage consultant for over 20 years working all over the UK on social history and rural life collections. A founder-chairman of the Milestone Society, he is a trustee of Cirencester Archaeological & Historical Society and of Cirencester Weavers Company, guardians of a C15 building in the town, and serves the Bingham Library Trust as curatorial adviser. He was a trustee of Cotswold Archaeology from 1989 to 2012 and lives in Cirencester.

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