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The fascinating story of how we and our ancestors have created the British landscape. Now in a beautiful paperback edition, lavishly illustrated with over 250 colour and b/w photos, illustrations and maps.
Synopsis
From our suburban streets which still trace the boundaries of long vanished farms to the Norfolk Broads, formed when medieval peat pits flooded - evidence of man's effect on Britain is everywhere. This title includes over 250 maps and photographs that changes the way you see your surroundings.