The Great Thames Barrage by Thomas Walter Barber is a fascinating book about the project to build a great barrage on the Thames. The author examines in detail the history of the creation of this huge infrastructure, its impact on the environment and the lives of Londoners. In the book, you will find interesting facts about the technical difficulties of building the dam, the emergence of ideas for its implementation, as well as the importance of this project for the capital of Great Britain. Thanks to the author's detailed analysis, you will be taken on a fascinating journey into the world of engineering and architecture, where every aspect of the dam's construction is considered in terms of its meaning and nuances. "The Great Thames Barrage" is not only a book about the construction process, but also about the impact of man on nature and the modern world. By reading it, you will be able to better understand how human inventions affect our environment, as well as how important it is to maintain a balance between the development of technology and the protection of the environment.