London: The Sunday Times Bestseller

London: The Sunday Times Bestseller

Jack Chesher (Author), Katharine Fraser (Illustrator)

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London: A Guide for Curious Wanderers presents a miscellany of historic and quirky curiosities to spot as you wander around the capital.

See London in a completely new light in this guide to the city's hidden secrets, untold stories and special places laden with history which you can discover for yourself! London is famous for its museums, each one full of treasures and relics - but the biggest museum in the capital is the city itself. From the stories behind unusual street names, to the trees in our parks; railings made from recycled WWII stretchers, to shrapnel damage on walls; the hidden symbols on post boxes, to prehistoric tree trunks - there is a rich history hidden in the oft-overlooked details of the city's streets, gardens, parks and buildings.This richly detailed and beautifully illustrated book provides a miscellany of historic features and curiosities to spot as you wander around the capital. Whether you've always wondered why there are cattle troughs on your route to work, why bollards often look like upside down cannons or wanted to know what a Victorian stink pipe is - this book will provide the tools to decipher London's secret code and introduce you to a treasure trove of hidden spots to explore. The book comes complete with maps so you can spot these details yourself on walks through the capital. So, pop on a sturdy pair of shoes and get ready to turn the city into the museum you never knew you had.
Product details
Publisher : Frances Lincoln Adult; 1st edition (11 April 2023)
Language : English
Hardcover : 176 pages
ISBN-10 : 0711277559
ISBN-13 : 978-0711277557
Reading age : 18 years and up
Dimensions : 16.64 x 2.41 x 22.73 cm
Best Sellers Rank: 1,343 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
3 in Walking (Books)
3 in Walking for Exercise
3 in Tourist Destinations & Museum Guides
Customer Reviews: 4.8
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