London's waterways
Subtitle: exploring the capital's rivers and canals
By: Derek Pratt
Edition: 1st ed.
Publisher: Adlard Coles Nautical
Published: 2010
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 160
ISBN-13: 9781408110744
Subjects: Canals; Pictorial works; Rivers
Description: London boasts not only one of the most famous and awe-inspiring rivers of the world, but is also home to beautiful and majestic canals such as the Grand Union and Regents Canal - ever popular with tourists and increasingly sought-after by waterside residents. Tucked away in the city are also lesser-known (and in some cases completely hidden) waterways, which this book magically opens up for the reader. Rivers flow through shopping centres and across tube platforms as well as creating surprisingly rural settings within the capital. This visually stunning and often unexpected look at the iconic landscapes, beautiful scenery and secret places all around London's waterways is the first book of its kind. It teems with fabulous photography and fascinating information, giving readers a unique insight into both well-loved and relatively unexplored aspects of London. With its stylish design, beautiful photography and quirky captions, this gorgeous coffee table book is the perfect gift for inland waterways enthusiasts, as well as tourists and Londoners.
Notes: Includes index.
Table of contents: title: London's Thames; title: Docklands; title: London's canals; title: River Lee navigation; title: London's other waterways.