The Worlds Lighthouses before 1820

Stevenson, A: 1959 Oxford UK, hardcover, 310 pages, illustrated. A comprehensive historical and technical account of lighthouses from ancient times to the early 19th century. The book details the evolution of lighthouse design, construction techniques, and lighting technologies, highlighting key figures such as John Smeaton and Robert Stevenson, and their contributions to the development of modern lighthouses. In very good condition