The Iron Bridge

by Barrie Trinder and Neil Cossons

Book Overview

The first bridge ever to be built of iron, in 1779, is perhaps the most important industrial monument in Britain. The bridge changed the pattern of communications in its area, and attracted thousands of sightseers. The first book with this title marked the bicentenary in 1979, explaining the conception, design, and construction of the bridge and its social impact. However, since then, so much new evidence has required a completely new account. Of...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1860772307
• ISBN13: 9781860772306
• Release Date: January 2002
• Publisher: Phillimore & Company
• Length: 154 Pages
• Weight: 2.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.2" x 11.3"