The Thames

A Photographic Journey From Source to Sea

Nonfiction, Travel, Europe, Great Britain, Art & Architecture, Photography, Pictorials
Cover of the book The Thames by Derek Pratt, Bloomsbury Publishing
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Derek Pratt ISBN: 9781472947000
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Publication: January 19, 2017
Imprint: Thomas Reed Language: English
Author: Derek Pratt
ISBN: 9781472947000
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Publication: January 19, 2017
Imprint: Thomas Reed
Language: English

The Thames is unique, emerging as a small stream in idyllic countryside and growing into the country's largest river, passing through some of the world's most iconic urban environments. Linking London to the countryside and the sea, the Thames is the heart of the capital and its waters the lifeblood of England.

This beautiful book celebrates the entire river from source to sea, and with wonderful photography and quirky text follows it on a voyage through Britain's history. London has so often been the beginning and the end of the Thames story, and whilst it forms a major part, this book gives an altogether more complete and unexpected view of one of the most remarkable and well-loved rivers in the world. We see the famous views and also learn lesser-known facts, such as Dick Turpin's secret hideaway (complete with an underground stable for Black Bess), the home of the notorious Chancellor Sir Francis Dashwood (the only Chancellor to have delivered his budget speech drunk) and the scene of the Monty Python fish-slapping dance.

First published in 2007, this gorgeous coffee table book has been updated for its second edition with new text and photography (including the Jubilee pageant), and continues to be the perfect gift for anyone living near, visiting or enjoying this magnificent river, with its visual variety, hidden secrets and fascinating history.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

The Thames is unique, emerging as a small stream in idyllic countryside and growing into the country's largest river, passing through some of the world's most iconic urban environments. Linking London to the countryside and the sea, the Thames is the heart of the capital and its waters the lifeblood of England.

This beautiful book celebrates the entire river from source to sea, and with wonderful photography and quirky text follows it on a voyage through Britain's history. London has so often been the beginning and the end of the Thames story, and whilst it forms a major part, this book gives an altogether more complete and unexpected view of one of the most remarkable and well-loved rivers in the world. We see the famous views and also learn lesser-known facts, such as Dick Turpin's secret hideaway (complete with an underground stable for Black Bess), the home of the notorious Chancellor Sir Francis Dashwood (the only Chancellor to have delivered his budget speech drunk) and the scene of the Monty Python fish-slapping dance.

First published in 2007, this gorgeous coffee table book has been updated for its second edition with new text and photography (including the Jubilee pageant), and continues to be the perfect gift for anyone living near, visiting or enjoying this magnificent river, with its visual variety, hidden secrets and fascinating history.

More books from Bloomsbury Publishing

Cover of the book Drawing a Veil by Derek Pratt
Cover of the book Epigrams from the Anthologia Latina by Derek Pratt
Cover of the book Pacific Exploration by Derek Pratt
Cover of the book The Cyclist's Training Manual by Derek Pratt
Cover of the book Free Will: A Guide for the Perplexed by Derek Pratt
Cover of the book Haughey/Gregory by Derek Pratt
Cover of the book Chelsea's Story by Derek Pratt
Cover of the book British Theatre Companies: 1995-2014 by Derek Pratt
Cover of the book Cosmopolitan Perspectives on Academic Leadership in Higher Education by Derek Pratt
Cover of the book Manuscripts Don't Burn by Derek Pratt
Cover of the book The Crime Tsar by Derek Pratt
Cover of the book I Don't Want Curly Hair! by Derek Pratt
Cover of the book Sea Peoples of the Bronze Age Mediterranean c.1400 BC–1000 BC by Derek Pratt
Cover of the book Writing Design by Derek Pratt
Cover of the book Policyholder's Reasonable Expectations by Derek Pratt
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy