Stage-coach and Mail in Days of Yore, Volume 2 (of 2) : A picturesque history of the coaching age

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Harper, Charles G. (Charles George), 1863-1943.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Stage-coach and Mail in Days of Yore, Volume 2" by Charles G. Harper is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the fascinating world of coach travel in Britain, exploring its evolution and significance during the coaching age. The book discusses various routes, notable events, and the impact of mail-coaches on society and commerce, providing a vivid picture of travel in a bygone era. The opening of this volume begins with a detailed analysis of the later mail-coaches and their operational efficiencies, citing specific journeys and travel times to illustrate the changes in mail delivery from the early 19th century onwards. Harper paints a picture of the challenges passengers faced, from the discomfort of long journeys to the management and condition of vehicles and horses. He also touches on the tension between the Post Office and Turnpike Trusts, offering insights into the economics of travel during that time. Overall, the beginning establishes a foundation for understanding the context of coach travel, setting the stage for more detailed explorations in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Chris Curnow, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 68.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Illustrated from old-time prints and pictures.

Release date is 2019-01-11