Description
About the Author
Philip Beale is Fellow of the Society of Postal Historians and Fellow of the Royal Philatelic Society of London.
Reviews
'Philip Beale is to be congratulated on this fascinating history of the English posts up to 1635. This will be the standard work on the subject for many years to come and can be thoroughly recommended to all readers.' Journal of the Royal Philatelic Society ''...extremely well-researched...a major contribution to a hitherto rather neglected aspect of English socio-economic history.'' British Philatelic Bulletin, Vol. 36, No. 5 '...a thoroughtly enjoyable journey from Roman to Stuart times. His research is meticulous and not only illustrates how the postal service developed, but en route creates an intriguing social history...The chapter on Tudor roads and postal routes is exceptional...this is a book that keeps one turning the page, keen to get an insight not only into the English post, but also into the lives of the many users of the service.' Antiquaries Journal, vol. 80 '... assured and learned.' English Historical Review
Book Information
ISBN 9781859284049
Author Philip Beale
Format Hardback
Page Count 308
Imprint Ashgate Publishing Limited
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 453g