The History of Coaches

"The History of Coaches" by George Athelstane Thrupp is a journey through time, showcasing the evolution of coaches and carriages and their impact on transportation and culture from ancient civilizations to more modern eras. Commissioned to create lectures in 1876, the author chose to explore the history of coachbuilding, tackling the challenge of scarce historical resources to deliver a chronological account from early wheels and sledges to the emergence of coaches in England. This book offers a fascinating look into vehicle design and coachbuilding, tracing the evolution of transportation through the ages.