Report of the Several Works Connected with the Draining, Paving & Lighting the Parish of Saint Mary Abbotts, Kensington, 1856

Written in 1856 by James Broadbridge, this technical report details the improvements in infrastructure and sanitation in the parish of Saint Mary Abbotts, Kensington, during the post-Industrial Revolution era. It covers the development of sewerage systems, street repairs, and gas lighting, emphasizing the importance of urban management for public health and safety. Broadbridge's work provides a comprehensive account of the engineering efforts aimed at enhancing living conditions in a growing urban area, making it a significant document in the history of civil engineering in London.