The Royal Mail: Its Curiosities And Romance (1889)

By James Wilson Hyde

Book Overview

""The Royal Mail: Its Curiosities and Romance"" is a book written by James Wilson Hyde in 1889. This book is a comprehensive account of the Royal Mail, its history, and its role in the development of the postal system in the United Kingdom. The book explores the early days of the Royal Mail, including its origins in the 16th century and its evolution into a national postal service. It discusses the various modes of transportation used by the Royal Mail, including horses, coaches, and steamships, and the challenges faced by the postal service in delivering mail across the country. The book also highlights the important role played by the Royal Mail in facilitating communication and commerce in the UK. It is a fascinating account of an institution that has played a vital role in the history of the United Kingdom, and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the postal service or the development of transportation in the UK.""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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165607964
• ISBN13: 9781165607969
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"