Pay in installments of $7.50 with
,
and
Shipping Estimate
USA
- USA
- CAN
- USA
- CAN
Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Sep 4 - Sep 9
Promo Codes Available:
For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15
Description
The Mercenary River : Private Greed, Public Good: A History of London's Water by Nick HighamNo city can survive without water, and lots of it. Today we take the stuff for granted: turn a tap and it gushes out. But it wasn't always so. For centuries London, one of the largest and richest cities in the world, struggled to supply its citizens with reliable, clean water. The Mercenary River tells the story of that struggle from the middle ages to the present day. Based on new research, it tells a tale of remarkable technological, scientific and
No city can survive without water, and lots of it. Today we take the stuff for granted: turn a tap and it gushes out. But it wasn't always so.For centuries London, one of the largest and richest cities in the world, struggled to supply its citizens with reliable, clean water. The Mercenary River tells the story of that struggle from the middle ages to the present day. Based on new research, it tells a tale of remarkable technological, scientific and organisational breakthroughs; but also a story of greed and complacency, high finance and low politics.
Among the breakthroughs was the picturesque New River, neither new nor a river but a state of the art aqueduct completed in 1613 and still part of London's water supply: the company that built it was one of the very first modern business corporations, and also one of the most profitable. London water companies were early adopters of steam power for their pumps. And Chelsea Waterworks was the first in the world to filter the water it supplied its customers: the same technique is still used to purify two-thirds of London's drinking water.
But for much of London's history water had to be rationed, and the book also chronicles our changing relationship with water and the way we use it. Amongst many stories, Nick Higham's page-turning narrative uncovers the murky tale of how the most powerful steam engine in the world was first brought to London; the extraordinary story of how one Victorian London water company deliberately cut off 2,000 households, even though it knew they had no alternative source of supply; the details of a financial scandal which brought two of the water companies close to collapse in the 1870s; and finally asks whether today's 21st century water companies are an improvement on their Victorian predecessors.
Shipping Notes
- Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
- Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
- Delivery to the USA:
- Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
- If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
- We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
- Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
- To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
- Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
4.5 ★★★★★
Based on 23 reviews
Sort
Product Reviews
★★★★★ 5
Very sturdy under desk mount
Color: Black, Size: Width up to 13.4''
I'm using this with an Asus Prime micro-ATX case on a sit/stand desk, and it works beautifully. It's expandable, so it would have no trouble with a full ATX case. The PC is well supported and there is no wobble whatsoever even when the desk is moving between sitting and standing positions. Highly recommended.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Very Sturdy!
Color: Black, Size: Width up to 13.4''
This was great for my desktop tower. I used it to mount my tower to my standing desk and it was perfect. it fit very nicely and very sturdy. Highly reccomend!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Love it
Color: Black, Size: Width up to 13.4''
Amazing mounts my gaming rig under my desk so that I can move it up and down without worrying about cables and such also makes the cable management a lot easier.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Great computer mount but was missing some parts
Color: Black, Size: Width up to 13.4''
Works great but was short 1 machine screw, and had no wood screw for attachment to the desk. The brackets them self are great.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Easy to install, fits larger PCs, looks great!
Color: Black, Size: Width up to 13.4''
Simple, sturdy and looks great! This is exactly what I was looking for that actually fit my very large PC case. Works well with an UpLift standing desk.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2026
recommand products
You Are The Light Lighthouse Hand of God Frame Lamp Art - Christian Decor - Inspirational Gift For Christian Women
44.95
Represent Owner's Club T-Shirt Brown/White
110.00
India, Nepal, Pakistan, Bangladesh - Railroad Map, 1882 - Cram's Atlas
49.99
There Is A Piece Of My Heart Starfish Blue Ocean Sunset Frame Lamp Art - Christian Night Light - Bible Verse Wooden Lamp
44.95
Thermosul cu Ecran Smart ®️
79.99