Rivers and Canals V2 is a comprehensive book that delves into the flow, control, and improvement of rivers, as well as the design, construction, and development of canals for both navigation and irrigation purposes. Written by Vernon-Harcourt and Leveson-Francis, this book was originally published in 1896 and provides a detailed examination of the various factors that influence the flow of rivers and the techniques used to control and improve them. Additionally, the book explores the design and construction of canals, including their use for irrigation and navigation. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the engineering principles behind the management of rivers and canals.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.