Peter Ackroyd
London Under
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099287377
- author:
- Peter Ackroyd
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 13 x 1.8 cm
- Genre:
- History, Britain & Ireland, Ireland, British & Irish history, London, Greater London, History / Europe / Great Britain, TRAVEL / Europe / Great Britain, Regional History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
London Under is a fascinating exploration of the hidden world beneath the city. From ancient springs and streams to modern Tube stations, Peter Ackroyd delves into the geological layers to uncover the secrets of London's underground. The author reveals a rich history of human activity, from Roman amphitheatres to Victorian sewers, and the creatures that inhabit the darkness. The tunnels and passageways beneath London are a testament to the city's complex and often forgotten history. Ackroyd's vivid descriptions bring to life the Bronze Age trackway under the Isle of Dogs, the Anglo-Saxon graves beneath St Paul's, and the monastery of Whitefriars beneath Fleet Street. This is a journey into the unknown, where the boundaries between myth and reality blur. By exploring the depths beneath London, Ackroyd offers a unique perspective on the city's history and character. The result is a captivating and atmospheric study that will appeal to anyone interested in the hidden stories of our great cities.
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