London And Provincial Water Supplies: With The Latest Statistics Of Metropolitan And Provincial Water Works (1884) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164851912)

London and Provincial Water Supplies: With the Latest Statistics of Metropolitan and Provincial Water Works is a book written by Arthur Silverthorne in 1884. The book is a comprehensive study of the water supply systems in London and other provinces in England. It provides detailed information on the sources of water, the methods of purification and distribution, and the quality of the water supplied to different areas.The book is divided into two parts. The first part deals with the water supply system in London, including the sources of water, the various water companies operating in the city, and the quality of the water supplied to different areas. The second part of the book covers the water supply systems in other provinces in England, including Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham, and Bristol.The book provides a wealth of statistical data on the water supply systems, including the amount of water supplied, the cost of water, and the number of customers served. It also includes detailed descriptions of the various water treatment methods used, including sand filtration, chemical treatment, and the use of ozone.Overall, London and Provincial Water Supplies is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the development of water supply systems in England in the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of public health and sanitation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Arthur Silverthorne
ISBN-10: 1164851918
ISBN-13: 9781164851912
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 144
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.57lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.31d