A History of Inland Transport and Communication in England

** "A History of Inland Transport and Communication in England" by Edwin A. Pratt is a journey through England's past, spotlighting how different ways of moving people and goods shaped the nation. The story shows how crucial transport was for trade and industry, linking the progress of transport systems to changes in the economy and society. Pratt introduces us to the vital role of inland communication in economic growth, explaining how moving goods and people efficiently was key to the movement of progress. Through the story, the focus is on the need for better transport that would advance economic development, and the scene is set for an exploration of the roads, rivers, canals, and railways that built England's progress. **