Tindall, Gillian
The Fields Beneath: The History of One London Village
- ISBN 13:
- 9781906011482
- author:
- Tindall, Gillian
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Eland Publishing Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 264
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 13.8 x 2 cm
- Genre:
- Local history
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Fields Beneath: A History of One London Village by Gillian Tindall is a masterful exploration of local history that has captivated readers with its lovingly researched works. This study of Kentish Town delves into the complex history of London, revealing a city of villages through its particular lens. The book takes readers on a journey through time, tracing the development of the area from a pre-roman horse track to a medieval parish, a prosperous Tudor village, and eventually a densely populated working-class district.
Through its pages, fragments of the past remain, waiting to be discovered by the observant eye. Tindall's evocative writing brings to life the history of this London village, from its early days as a staging post for travellers to its transformation by the railway lines. This is a rich and nuanced history that sheds light on the complexities of London's development.
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