The Draining of the Somerset Levels (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780521106856)

This is a detailed study of how the Somerset Levels, originally a large tract of marsh, were drained and reclaimed to becomes one of the most agriculturally productive areas of south-west England. The story of the draining of this region brings to light significant comparisons and contrasts with other reclaimed lowlands and extends our knowledge of one of the processes by which the British landscape has changed. This is an important book, which brings together information on an area that has until now received very little attention; it also shows just how early massive reclamation began. It will be of interest to both geographers and historians.

Author: Michael Williams
ISBN-10: 0521106850
ISBN-13: 9780521106856
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 04/02/2009
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.72d