| | Bradshaw's Guide: The 1866 Handbook Reprinted (Paperback) | |
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Bradshaw's Guide was the title employed on BBC TV in 2010 for a book containing four issues of Bradshaw's Handbook for Railway Tourists, bound especially for the series.
The Book covers Great Britain plus all of Ireland and describes the main features and historic buildings of the principle towns, in the flowery style of a well spoken Victorian person. The main inns are mentioned, along with the location of the telegraph offices, so important before telephones.
The 14 pages of multiple illustrations are shown in a separate section, as are the 18 double-page maps. The announcements by the railway companies regarding tours and special arrangements are included, many being particularly imaginative and detailed.
The advertisements by hoteliers give an interesting insight into life in those times and the expectations of travellers. The final fascinating pages include general advertisements for cures and health problems, the newly created kitchen range, improved oil lighting, portmanteaus (cases) and many diverse devices no longer used, such as a knife polisher.
Details
Country of Origin : United Kingdom
Illustrations : Including Maps
Number Of Pages : 624
Year of Publication : 2011
Genre: TRANSPORT
Binding: Paperback
Published: 22-10-2011
