A comprehensive study of the world’s transporter bridges, covering the period from the building of the first bridge in 1893 through to the beginning of the 2020s. Over 20 bridges were constructed at locations all around the world in the late-19th and early 20th centuries, five of which were in Britain. This book traces the history of transporter bridges from the initial requirement and development of the first bridges, through to decline and status in 2020. Well-illustrated throughout with colour and black & white photographs and diagrams. Hardback. 272 pages.