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Waterways Culture & Stories

These are not just books – they're passports to a world where water becomes home, and ordinary life transforms into an extraordinary journey. Inland waterways culture is a vibrant tapestry of personal stories, community traditions, and a unique way of living that defies conventional boundaries.

From personal memoirs of life aboard narrowboats to rich explorations of canal community traditions, these volumes reveal the heart and soul of inland waterway living. You'll discover intimate narratives that go beyond simple description, offering profound insights into a lifestyle that is at once traditional and revolutionary. Each book is a window into a world where home moves with the water, where community means something entirely different, and where the rhythm of life is measured by locks, bridges, and endless horizons.

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