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The sight of the watermill is evocative of rural Britain--the wheel turning gently to grind corn. However, that is only part of the story of the harnessing of the power of water, a story that extends back 2,000 years and is still far from over, as this invaluable book shows.
Water power has been used for over 2000 years. This book explains the history and development of watermills as working buildings and the importance of the wider appreciation of the built environment and the use of natural sources of power.
Wool & Water
This study, written from the perspective of an engineer, applies functional analysis to the designs and material remains of Roman vertical wheeled water mills to guage their efficiency. It also aims to use these techniques to chart the evolution of Roman water mills.
Explore a fascinating illustrated in-depth study of Suffolk's windmills and watermills, past and present.