Thunder, Flush and Thomas Crapper An Encycloopedia
“Thunder, Flush and Thomas Crapper: An Encycloopedia” by Adam Hart-Davis, published by History Press Limited in 2008, is a unique exploration of lavatorial history, presented in an engaging dictionary format. This 191-page book delves into a wide range of topics related to toilets, from historical figures like the Abbot of St. Albans, credited with having one of the first W.C.s, to modern innovations such as the zero-gravity loo featured in “2001: A Space Odyssey.” The text combines meticulous research with humor, making it an informative read.
Readers will find a wealth of information on various aspects of plumbing and sanitation, including the roles of night-soil men and the evolution of public toilets. The book is illustrated, enhancing the reader’s experience while providing a light-hearted yet informative take on the history of toilets and sanitation technology. With its focus on history, humor, and reference, this edition serves as both an entertaining and educational resource for anyone interested in the subject.
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Thunder, Flush and Thomas Crapper is a dictionary of all things lavatorial, from the Abbot of St. Albans (allegedly the first Englishman to have a W.C., c. 1115) to the zero-gravity loo (as featured in the film 2001: A Space Odyssey), by way of the dog toilet, the night-soil men who took away the sewage in the streets, and the superloo, successor to the pissoir. Meticulously researched and packed with information (as well as plenty of humor), this is a book that everyone should keep by their loo. The author of this book is a very well-known writer and broadcaster. This title includes numerous illustrations.
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