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E. T. Crutchley

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Cambridge University Press
21 May 2015

Social & cultural history; Postal & telecommunications industries

Originally published in 1938 as part of the English Institutions series, this book contains a history of the General Post Office in the UK. Crutchley begins by examining the historic roots of the modern postal system, then goes on to describe how the post office fulfils its various roles in society in Britain and internationally, especially in the wake of the telephone and telegraph. The text is illustrated with a number of photographs showing postal infrastructure both past and present, and includes an analysis of philately. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the history of the Royal Mail.

By: E. T. Crutchley
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 133mm, Spine: 16mm
Weight: 310g
ISBN: 9781107511644
ISBN 10: 110751164X
Pages: 296
Publication Date: 21 May 2015
Audience: College/higher education , A / AS level
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Author's preface; 1. The machine in action; 2. From Jeremiah to James II; 3. Onward to Rowland Hill; 4. The Royal Mail today. Inland services; 5. Overseas mails and a word on philately; 6. The advance of the telephone; 7. The tale of the telegraphs; 8. Foreign telegraphs and wireless; 9. More about the engineers; 10. The post office as banker and stockbroker; 11. Stores and supplies; 12. Finance and accounting; 13. Organisation and control; Index.

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