Disasters on the Severn

The River Severn is one of Britain's longest and most dangerous waterways, and has seen a number of accidents, floods, and mysteries over the years. The author is an experienced navigator of the river and has collected an absorbing catalogue of incidents. This is a record of the tribulations of man trying to harness the powers of this awe-inspiring waterway, and the perils risked by those who live alongside the Severn.