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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book examines the inner workings of one of Britain's oldest institutions, the Post Office, and its influence on British society. The author draws from their 40-year career within the organization to provide an intimate account of its vital role in the UK's development, with a particular focus on the golden age of mail coach travel. Set against a backdrop of rapid social and technological change, this book explores the complexities of an organization adapting to the growing needs of a nation while maintaining its cherished traditions. It reveals the challenges of running a vast communications network in an era before computers and the internet, while shedding light on the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Ultimately, this book not only chronicles the history of the Post Office but also provides a fascinating glimpse into the heart of Victorian Britain. 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 9780282606688_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282606688
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282606688
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