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Canals Of Britain

Canals of Britain is a comprehensive and absorbing survey of the entire canal network of the British Isles - the first of its kind. It provides a fascinating insight into the linked up waterways as well as the isolated cuts and quiet waters which may not be fully navigable by larger craft. Infinitely varied it passes picturesque open countryside wild moorland coastal harbours historic industrial buildings modern city centres canalside public houses and abundant wildlife. Stuart Fisher looks at every aspect of the canals - their construction rich history stunning scenery heritage incredible engineering impressive architecture and even their associated folklore wildlife and art. Enticing photographs give a flavour of each place and places of interest close to the canals are included. For
those who are keen to explore that little bit further taking smaller boats to points beyond which others usually turn back there is information on little-known parts of the system offering a new insight into this country's unique surprising and beautiful canal network. Attractive inspiring and foremost a practical guide this has proved popular with canal enthusiasts and boaters wanting to get the most out of Britain's canals. This second edition features new canals and more colour photographs.
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Canals of Britain is a comprehensive & absorbing survey of the entire canal network of the British Isles
- the first of its kind. It provides a fascinating insight into the linked up waterways as well as the isolated cuts & quiet waters which may not be fully navigable by larger craft. Infinitely varied it passes picturesque open countryside wild moorland coastal harbours historic industrial buildings modern city centres canalside public houses & abundant wildlife. Stuart Fisher looks at every aspect of the canals
- their construction rich history stunning scenery heritage incredible engineering impressive architecture & even their associated folklore wildlife & art. Enticing photographs give a flavour of each place & places of interest close to the canals are included. For those who are keen to explore that little bit further taking smaller boats to points beyond which others usually turn back there is information on little-known parts of the system offering a new insight into this country's unique surprising & beautiful canal network. Attractive inspiring & foremost a practical guide this has proved popular with canal enthusiasts & boaters wanting to get the most out of Britain's canals. This second edition features new canals & more colour photographs.

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