Like all the great historic cities of Europe, London appears to us solid & unchanging. We feel that we can still explore the London of Dickens, Dr. Johnson, Defoe, Wren & even Shakespeare. The very names St Paul's, Smithfield, Charing Cross, St James's, seem to link us with those past eras. But this solidity is an illusion, for throughout its long history London has been changing & evolving. It has been renewing or replacing the streets & buildings at its heart & has been spreading inexorably outwards. This process is vividly illustrated by maps of London that have been drawn & published over the past 500 years; & this book offers a magnificent panorama of London's history by focusing on its maps. The link between London & Westminster; the devastation of the Great Fire; the emergence of the West End as a place of fashion; the opening of the Royal Parks; the building of the docks; the coming of the railway age; the impact of World Wars
- all these processes & many more are evident in these historic maps. Approx. 200 important maps from the mid-sixteenth century to the present day are illustrated & discussed. For all those who know London, but who wish to look behind the modern facade, London, A Life in Maps should prove irresistible, highlighting the challenge of predicting London's future development & character.
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This compact & convenient guide to music in London features the sites where music flourishes & where leading musicians have lived or performed in the city
- from Handel`s house to Berlioz`s rooms, from concert halls & recording studios to cathedrals & churches. It provides historical information on opera houses & theatres, recital rooms, conservatories, museums, libraries, galleries, graves, memorials & statues, orchestras, music publishers, & places of musical interest in the greater London area. The book

Includes:: biographical accounts of some 125 composers & musicians who inhabited or visited the city. The authors provide interesting musical walks, an historical overview & the most thorough account yet published of musical compositions evoking London. Highlights within the text present information on many topics such as the music Wagner conducted in London in 1855, the organists & choirmasters of the cathedrals, & recording sessions of Gershwin & Stravinsky. With maps, bibliography, web addresses, information on transport & access & an extensive index, this unique compilation is enhanced with many striking illustrations.


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A unique celebration of one of the world` great cities, beautifully bound & printed in colour. The perfect guide, gift or souvenir for visitors
- or an inspiration to anyone planning a trip to London. Illustrated & written by Jim Watson, a celebrated artist & writer with a number of award-winning books to his name. The latest title in the ` Sketchbook` series (following the Lake District & Cotswolds). London is one of the most popular cities in the world, attracting over 15 million visitors a year.
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A Traveller`s History of London gives a full & comprehensive historical backgrounds to the capital`s past & covers the period from London`s first beginnings, right up to the present day
- from Londinium to & Ludenwic to the development of the Docklands. It reveals the city`s hidden treasures & forgotten places, & the guides the reader to the sights & sites that can still be seen & enjoyed.
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A visual feast of the unexpected world above eye level in London. Monsters, dragons, murderers, galleons, chariots, nude caryatids, grasshoppers, hop-pickers & beavers all make their appearance in this strange world above our heads. London Above Eye Level can also be used as a quiz book. You can see how many images you can recognize & place, before checking with the captions at the back. The locations & the captions appear at the end so as not to distract from the impact of the photographs. ...

Frommer's Best Day Trips from London gives you the ultimate guide to the best English cities, towns & sights outside of the capital with clear & organised itineraries & plans to let you experience popular destinations in the easiest way. With local insider knowledge & advice, this guide helps you to make the most of your time & visit; each themed chapter has bulleted maps leading the way to their highlights, as well as honest reviews, full price listings & admission times, contact numbers & further need-to-know travel information. You can choose & plan where to go, shop & eat with options to stay longer if necessary, so you can customise your trip to suit you. Best Day Trips from London
Includes:: Full colour, illustrated with photography through-out, easy to navigate sections, handy maps & tips on extending your day out with information on nearby sights & attractions. Best Day-Trip Experiences from recommended restaurants to the best places to picnic, ideal day trips for families, best museums, art galleries & shopping opportunities. Themed chapters including Country Villages, Historic Towns, A Day by the Sea, Castles, Stately Homes & Gardens, as well as suggestions for longer day trips to destinations further afield such as York & Stratford Upon Avon. Planning Chapter which gives detailed tips & advice about when to go, how to travel & how to save money at the same time.
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'A book full of richness, unexpected enticements, short sharp shocks & breathtaking writing'
- Guardian. London
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`A book full of richness, unexpected enticements, short sharp shocks & breathtaking writing`
- ” Guardian”. London
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Are you visiting London for the first time? Or are you fascinated by England`s capital city? Whether you`re new to London or born & bred in the capital City Walks London brings London to life. Walk through the most interesting city in the world & see London`s historic sites & top attractions, from Tower Hill & Brick Lane to Tavistock Square & Pall Mall. Expert guide Andy Rashleigh gives you a personal tour of London, with each walk packed full of intriguing tales & unique features including, the Great Fire of London, Kings & parliment & theatrel&. Learn little known facts & stories about England`s capital in a fun & exciting way, & discover the events that shaped London into the vibrant city it is today. Take this handy guide with you as you travel around London & explore the off route detours to find out London`s deeper secrets or link two or more routes to create your own unique day out. Be guided to the most famous areas & lesser known corners of London with City Walks London, including: * 15 short walks around London from Mayfair & Clerkenwell to Smithfield & Soho * Dozens of intrigung tales & fascinating histories told in each walk * Simple route description & easy-to-follow map * Key features & viewpoints for each walk * Walk statistics including distance & estimated time * Accompanying colour photographs * Recommended refreshment stops Your personal London tour guide. ...

The first volume of the Time Out Book of Country Walks has been fully revised & updated. It features 52 walks within easy reach of London
- one for every week of the year. They take you through glorious countryside, up hills & along river valleys, to historic sights & into charming small towns & villages, all on scenic footpaths with a minimum of road walking. Between seven & fifteen miles long, the walks are graded for difficulty, from family rambles to challenging upland hikes & contain meticulous directions.
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