An Corbett, Edward 1817-1895 creator Sturgess, J. (John) 1839-1903 text utu 2013 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "An Old Coachman's Chatter, with Some Practical Remarks on Driving" by Edward Corbett is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work offers insights into the art of coaching and driving, focusing on the experiences and observations of a semi-professional coachman with years of practical knowledge in the field. The narrative is likely to touch on the challenges faced during the golden age of coach travel, providing personal anecdotes and reflections about the life of a coachman during that era. At the start of the book, the author sets the tone by pondering the purpose of writing—whether to help people enjoy life or endure it. He expresses hope that his account will offer some enjoyment and nostalgia for those familiar with the old coaching days. Corbett introduces readers to the evolution of mail coaches, citing key historical milestones and early practices in mail transportation. He recounts various experiences, from the thrill of coach travel to the challenges posed by rough weather, road conditions, and unexpected accidents, setting the stage for a rich exploration of this unique period in transportation history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2013-10-05 Produced by Julia Miller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Original publication data not identified Driving of horse-drawn vehicles Coaching (Transportation) SF Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43895 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43895 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134016.0 43895