Picard, Liza
Restoration London: Everyday Life in the 1660s
- ISBN 13:
- 9781842127308
- author:
- Picard, Liza
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- W&N
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 376
- Dimensions:
- 173mm X 202mm
- Genre:
- British & Irish history: c 1500 to c 1700
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Restoration London by Liza Picard offers a unique glimpse into life in 17th-century London, drawing on a wide range of contemporary sources. From the homes and streets to the gardens and parks, Picard presents a detailed picture of how people lived during this period. The book explores various aspects of daily life, including cooking, clothing, cosmetics, and medicine, as well as social norms and popular beliefs. By examining the available records, Picard sheds light on the realities of life in London during the 1600s, providing a nuanced understanding of the era. This new edition of Restoration London is a valuable resource for anyone interested in British and Irish history, social history, or the history of London.
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