Overview

Waterways Past and Present is a unique photographic record of Britain's magnificent and varied waterways heritage. Through the superb photography of Derek Pratt, this book looks at 40 transitional years when Britain's inland waterways changed from being a thriving commercial transport system to the varied and beautiful pleasure cruising network it is today. Each double page spread juxtaposes superb atmospheric black and white photos of the locations as they were 40 years ago with vibrant colour photos showing how they look today. From quintessentially English rivers to London's busy canal network, all are captured in this wonderful celebration of Britain's inland waterways heritage, highlighting the architectural legacy and natural beauty that attracts thousands of visitors to go boating or walk along the towpaths.

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'Anyone who cannot see the attraction in canals should take a look through this book... those already converted will find it irresistible.' Canoeist (July 2006) 'A unique photographic record of Britain's magnificent and varied waterways heritage.' Best of British Magazine (July 2006) 'This book is packed with beautiful photographs and interesting information. Each double page spread juxtaposes superb atmospheric black and white photos of the locations as they were 40 years ago with vibrant colour photos showing how they look today.' Gaffer's Log (December 2006) '[A] wonderful book.' The Little Ship (Winter 2006)

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Derek Pratt is a professional photographer and specialist writer oninland waterways. His photo library contains a large collection ofphotos taken over a period of 45 years, and he is the author of severalbooks and articles on the subject.

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