Geschiedenis
In 'The Early History of the Post in Grant and Farm', author James Wilson Hyde offers a comprehensive and fascinating look at the establishment of the Post Office in Britain. Drawing from public records, original documents, and other authentic sources, Hyde not only provides a detailed account of the first forty years of the British postal services, but also sheds light on the men who built this great machine of public convenience and utility. From John Stanhope's patent in 1590 to the establishment of rival posts, this book uncovers the conflicts, controversies, and corruption that shaped the early history of the Post. Through the trials and tribulations of figures like William Frizell, Thomas Witherings, and Philip Burlamachi, Hyde presents a rich and compelling history of this indispensable institution.
© 2019 Good Press (Ebook): 4064066134549
Publicatiedatum
Ebook: 19 december 2019
Geschiedenis
In 'The Early History of the Post in Grant and Farm', author James Wilson Hyde offers a comprehensive and fascinating look at the establishment of the Post Office in Britain. Drawing from public records, original documents, and other authentic sources, Hyde not only provides a detailed account of the first forty years of the British postal services, but also sheds light on the men who built this great machine of public convenience and utility. From John Stanhope's patent in 1590 to the establishment of rival posts, this book uncovers the conflicts, controversies, and corruption that shaped the early history of the Post. Through the trials and tribulations of figures like William Frizell, Thomas Witherings, and Philip Burlamachi, Hyde presents a rich and compelling history of this indispensable institution.
© 2019 Good Press (Ebook): 4064066134549
Publicatiedatum
Ebook: 19 december 2019
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