Long, David
Bizarre London: Discover the Capital's Secrets & Surprises
- ISBN 13:
- 9781472109316
- author:
- Long, David
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Constable
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 13.6 x 2.2 x 20.4 cm
- Genre:
- History,Britain & Ireland, Ireland,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
London's most intriguing locations are revealed in this fascinating tour of the city's strangest and most intriguing sites. From architectural evidence of past incidents to stories of life beneath the city, this book is a perfect companion for the curious Londoner. Discover the Museum of Magical Curiosities, the City's Lost Tunnels and Citadels, and the Ghost of a notorious figure known as the "She-Wolf". Explore the Bawdy House Riots, the story of "Jack the Stripper", and the Atmospheric Railway, as well as the Thames Ringway Bicycle Race and the story of a Banker Hanged at Newgate. Other strange and fascinating tales include the Crossdressing Highwayman, Bluebottles, Rozzers and Woodentops, and the Hidden Statue of a Beaver. All of London is here, with its hidden secrets and surprising stories waiting to be uncovered.
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