Take a journey down the Thames with Samuel Carter Hall's charming and informative guidebook. Originally published in 1859, this book provides a wealth of information about the history, landmarks, and natural features of one of England's most iconic rivers. With beautiful illustrations and engaging prose, The Book of the Thames is a delightful exploration of the cultural and natural history of this important waterway. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.