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2nd hand book, very good condition, see imagesDiscover the definitive story behind one of the world's most iconic for...
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2nd hand book, very good condition, see images

Discover the definitive story behind one of the world's most iconic forms of public transport with "A History of the London Taxicab" by acclaimed automotive historian G.N. Georgano. Published by David & Charles in 1972, this hardcover volume offers a comprehensive and fascinating exploration of London's hackney carriages, from early horse-drawn coaches and hansom cabs to the introduction of motorized vehicles and the development of the iconic modern black cab.

Enriched with historical facts, operational insights, and vintage black-and-white plates, this book chronicles how strict regulations shaped the unique design and maneuverability of these legendary British vehicles.

Why You'll Love This Book

An essential read and a prized collector's piece for transport enthusiasts, automotive historians, and lovers of British history.

Book Details

Author: G.N. Georgano | Publisher: David & Charles | Year: 1972 | Format: Hardcover | Pages: 180 | ISBN-13: 9780715356876

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Condition: Used

Author: G.N. Georgano

Title: A History of the London Taxicab

Format: Hardcover

Number of Pages: 180

Publication Year: 1972

Book cover with London Taxicab title and vintage car illustration in a circle
Book cover with London Taxicab title and centered vintage vehicle illustration
Book back cover with printed publication text and ISBN line at the bottom
Open book with mostly blank right page and printed text block on the left
Open book title page with London Taxicab text and line drawing of a vehicle
Open book contents page titled "CONTENTS" with a list of chapters
Open book page titled "LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS" with numbered entries
Open book page with paragraph text and black-and-white sketch of a driver
Open book spread with black-and-white vehicle photos and caption text
Open book spread with black-and-white vintage car photos and caption text
Open vintage book with black-and-white vehicle photos and printed text pages.
  • Book cover with London Taxicab title and vintage car illustration in a circle
  • Book cover with London Taxicab title and centered vintage vehicle illustration
  • Book back cover with printed publication text and ISBN line at the bottom
  • Open book with mostly blank right page and printed text block on the left
  • Open book title page with London Taxicab text and line drawing of a vehicle
  • Open book contents page titled "CONTENTS" with a list of chapters
  • Open book page titled "LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS" with numbered entries
  • Open book page with paragraph text and black-and-white sketch of a driver
  • Open book spread with black-and-white vehicle photos and caption text
  • Open book spread with black-and-white vintage car photos and caption text
  • Open vintage book with black-and-white vehicle photos and printed text pages.
Book cover with London Taxicab title and vintage car illustration in a circle
Book cover with London Taxicab title and centered vintage vehicle illustration
Book back cover with printed publication text and ISBN line at the bottom
Open book with mostly blank right page and printed text block on the left
Open book title page with London Taxicab text and line drawing of a vehicle
Open book contents page titled "CONTENTS" with a list of chapters
Open book page titled "LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS" with numbered entries
Open book page with paragraph text and black-and-white sketch of a driver
Open book spread with black-and-white vehicle photos and caption text
Open book spread with black-and-white vintage car photos and caption text
Open vintage book with black-and-white vehicle photos and printed text pages.
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