This comprehensive guide to the Manchester Ship Canal provides a detailed account of its history, construction, and operation. The author discusses the economic and commercial benefits of the canal and provides practical advice for those interested in its use. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of British industry and the role of canals in economic development. 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.