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.
By:
Michael Williams Imprint: Cambridge University Press Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 229mm,
Width: 152mm,
Spine: 18mm
Weight: 470g ISBN:9780521106856 ISBN 10: 0521106850 Pages: 320 Publication Date:02 April 2009 Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Undergraduate
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active