{"title":"Stephen Halliday","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelve into the fascinating world of science and nature with the intriguing works of Stephen Halliday. Known for his engaging and accessible writing style, Halliday brings the hidden and often overlooked aspects of our world into the spotlight. His works, including the insightful \u003cem\u003eAn Underground Guide to Sewers\u003c\/em\u003e, offer readers a unique perspective on the infrastructure and natural phenomena that underpin our daily lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStephen Halliday's books are perfect for those with a curious mind and a desire to understand the intricate details of the systems that support modern society. With a blend of history, science, and a touch of humour, his books provide a compelling exploration of topics that might otherwise remain out of sight and out of mind. Whether you're a seasoned scholar or a casual reader, you'll find Halliday's works both educational and entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlock the secrets of the urban underworld and beyond with Stephen Halliday's captivating collection, where each page promises to deepen your understanding of the world around you.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"an-underground-guide-to-sewers-by-stephen-halliday-9780500252352","title":"An Underground Guide to Sewers","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLose yourself in the vast sewer networks that lie beneath the world's great cities—past and present. Let detailed archival plans, maps, and photographs guide you through these subterranean labyrinths—previously accessible only to their builders, engineers, and, perhaps, the odd rogue explorer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis execrable exploration traces the evolution of waste management from the ingenious infrastructures of the ancient world to the seeping cesspits and festering open sewers of the medieval period. It investigates and celebrates the work of the civil engineers whose pioneering integrated sewer systems brought to a close the devastating cholera epidemics of the mid-19th century and continue to serve a vastly increased population today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnd let's not forget those giant fatbergs clogging our underground arteries, or the storm-surge superstructures of tomorrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Underground Guide to Sewers\u003c\/em\u003e by Stephen Halliday offers a compelling journey into the hidden world beneath our feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46832335683820,"sku":"9780500252352","price":48.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2344383482366.jpg?v=1758377563"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/stephen-halliday.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}