The Thames : England's River Unbound the current Prix Pictet highlights

the current Prix Pictet highlights the theme of growth

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The Thames : England's River Unbound the current Prix Pictet highlightsCombining well chosen historical stories, strong characters and thrilling events, THE THAMES reveals a vital, yet silent, figure that has helped shape British history. The Thames is liquid history' John Burns MP (1858 1943)As the silver thread woven through Britain's centuries, the Thames is the subject of this significant biography. Following its course, geologically and chronologically, THE THAMES will chart the growing importance of the river and