Annals Of The Road: Or Notes On Mail And Stage Coaching In Great Britain (1876)

Annals of the Road: Or Notes on Mail and Stage Coaching in Great Britain is a historical non-fiction book written by Harold Esdaile Malet and originally published in 1876. The book provides a comprehensive account of the development of mail and stage coaching in Great Britain from the early 16th century to the mid-19th century. Malet draws on a wide range of sources, including official records, personal diaries, and contemporary literature, to provide a vivid and detailed picture of the daily life and challenges faced by mail and stage coach drivers, passengers, and owners.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of mail and stage coaching. Malet begins by describing the early history of mail delivery in Britain, including the establishment of the Royal Mail service in the 16th century. He then goes on to discuss the development of stage coaching, including the creation of coaching inns, the introduction of new technologies such as the mail coach and the steam engine, and the impact of these changes on the people who worked in the industry.Throughout the book, Malet provides fascinating anecdotes and insights into the lives of the people involved in mail and stage coaching. He describes the challenges faced by coach drivers, including navigating treacherous roads and dealing with unpredictable weather conditions. He also explores the experiences of passengers, from the wealthy aristocrats who traveled in luxury to the ordinary people who relied on stage coaches for transportation.Overall, Annals of the Road is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of transportation in Great Britain. Malet's engaging writing style and meticulous research make this book an enjoyable and informative read for both casual readers and scholars alike.To Which Are Added Essays On The Road.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.