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Our Stock # 18.9729

This is an antique reference book, The Coaching age by Stanley Harris. An English language, hard bound non-fiction title, dating to the Victorian period, dated 1888.

Fascinating account of Victorian transport before the proliferation of the train as a means of traversing the United Kingdom. The author Stanley Harris calls on his own experiences as a carriage driver to provide a delightful overview and illustrated by a fellow called John Sturgess.

The Coaching Age - Stanley Harris 1888, London 468 pages
Presents well, with intact pages and minimal coloration
Hard bound in a tasteful cobalt blue cotton and gilt titling
Cover features a gold colour seal in the manner of a coaching token
Superb sepia-toned illustrations provide great detail
Replete with hand-written addenda to last page

This is a delightful antique book offering a great insight into the age of coaching from the perspective of an experienced carriage driver. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 15.5cm (6'')
Max Depth: 4cm (1.5'')
Max Height: 23cm (9'')

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