Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history of the Great Level of the Fens, a vast tract of land in eastern England that has undergone dramatic changes over centuries. The author meticulously examines the origins of this region, tracing its development from a once thriving woodland to a swampy expanse. He argues that the Romans played a significant role in shaping the Fens by clearing trees and creating drainage systems, ultimately leading to the transformation of the landscape. The book's analysis of the various rivers that flow through the region, including the Grant, Ouze, and Nene, reveals how their courses and outfalls have impacted the surrounding land over time. The author presents a compelling picture of the natural forces that shaped the Fens, and how human intervention, particularly in the form of drainage projects, has profoundly impacted the area's ecology and human settlement patterns. His insights offer a unique historical perspective on the challenges and triumphs of land reclamation and the delicate balance between human ambition and the forces of nature. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282605360_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282605360
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282605360
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)