A reprint by The Carriage Musem of America of a book published in 1899. It is beautifully produced with over 30 reproductions of pintings, etchings, prints and plans. The book examines the development of the coach and its character. Carriage parts are looked at in detail along with the drag, mail coach, diligence, break, barouche, landay, phaeton, jaunting car, omnibus and cape cart. Other chapters include costs, weight, draught, harnesss, putting to, whips and driving. Commercial coaching including timetables and livery are featured.
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