In 1901, London was the greatest city the world had seen in size, wealth & grandeur. Yet it was also a city where poverty & disease were rife. London in 2001 was no longer among the world`s very largest cities, but was still one where vast wealth was displayed
- alongside beggars sleeping rough. Such paradoxes are among the defining experiences of living in London in this extraordinary century, & in this colourful book Jerry White tells the story not just of London, but of Londoners too. He examines the changes to the worlds of work, transport, popular culture, politics & government & shows how London affects its inhabitants, shaping their lives & being shaped in turn by them. Beautifully illustrated & with a wealth of detail, this is a definitive & highly readable history of London in the twentieth century. Winner of the Wolfson History Prize.
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London in the Inside Out city guides series, which combine bite-size expertise with unique, pocket-size, fold-out maps. Each title

Includes:: an illustrated 64-page guide which is cross-referenced with the foldout maps themselves. Text covers all the city sights, shopping, entertainment, food & drink, practical information & where to stay. Practical information also

Includes:: how to get to the city, getting around & everything you may need when you



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One of the most exciting & dynamic world cities, London is an extraordinary megalopolis, packed with both historic & cutting-edge attractions. Whether you want to view the city from the London Eye, explore its many parks or browse the Sunday markets, Insight City Guide London will make sure you have the quintessential London experience. Features by local writers delve into topics including royalty, shopping & Parliament, while evocative accounts of the city`s districts bring London to life, from buzzy Soho & the South Bank`s theatrical landmarks to Kensington`s great museums & the vibrant East End. Full-colour photography & maps help you navigate with ease & our detailed Travel Tips give you all the practical information you need to plan your trip, including our selection of the best & most authentic hotels & restaurants. ...

London in the Select Guide series offers a more exclusive handy-sized city break guide from the publisher Insight, with a collection of over 100 inspiring ideas for your chic-urban stay, including plenty of secret gems & off-beat haunts designed for informed, experienced travellers & those on a repeat visit but looking for fresh insights. All recommends have been carefully selected by a local writer who knows the city inside out & can sincerely recommend great places to eat, drink, relax & explore. The guide is constructed with an introductory city overview & then an ...

London in the Smart Guide series from Insight is a streamlined version of travel information, in a concise format arranged in three sections
- Areas, A-Z & Atlas. Areas & districts in & around town are described before the guide moves on to an A-Z detailing of attractions & services, from accommodation to transportation via history & nightlife. A selective, indexed mini Atlas of a few maps at the back of the guide helps place sites & attractions for the tourist, metro plans are included where relevant the each guide is illustrated with colour photographs throughout.
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This one-of-a-kind game presents multiple choice trivia questions about London`s historic nooks & crannies, beloved pastimes, hotspots & highlights only true Londoners would know. Correct answers are awarded IQ points & the team with the highest London IQ wins! Sleek game components include 200 cards (400 questions), a scoring chart, & 4 coloured pencils. From the London Eye to the Tower to the Tube, the Beatles to the Bloomsbury Group, Annabel`s to Ye Old Cheshire Cheese, London IQ promises serious fun for natives, residents & tourists & will teach even the most knowledgeable Londoner plenty they didn`t know about this beloved world capital. ...

At 22 Edinburgh-born James Boswell kept a daily diary of his eventful second stay in London from 1762 to 1763. This journal, not discovered for more than 150 years, is a frank & artful record of adventures ranging from his vividly recounted love affair with a Covent Garden actress to his first amusingly bruising meeting with Samuel Johnson, to whom Boswell would later become both friend & biographer. The London Journal 1762-63 is a witty, incisive & compellingly candid testament to Boswell`s prolific talents. ...

Fill in & update this journal with all of your favourite London venues & discoveries, & find inspiration for places to go & things to do in the greatest city in the world. Each double-page spread covers a theme, from great hilltop views & secret gardens to romantic ruins & graves & graveyards, & from unspoilt streets to museums of the unexpected. London expert David Long guides you with his own suggestions, leaving you space to note your own finds or simply jot down your thoughts, & Kate Forrester provides beautiful decorative illustrations on every page. The perfect companion for the London visitor, resident or first-timer, combining both practical advice on where to start looking & the incentive to go on discovering the city for yourself. You`ll be sure to fall in love with London for the first time.. .or all over again. ...

London in the Key Guide series from AA Publishing; exploring a range of international destinations & recently been re-launched with full colour pages. Thorough & detailed in style, the guides are targeted at an older audience, exploring the principal sights, walks, activities, restaurants & accommodation of the destination. A detailed introductory section provides comprehensive information about the destination, including the economy, politics, heritage & language. There are also specific sections unique to each destination, covering society, the urban & rural, sports & leisure, art media & culture, history & science & technology. Each title is organised in the same way with destinations grouped by region or district & colour-coded to help readers navigate around the guide. An On the Move section provides details on transport, with important information on arriving, getting around (including distinctive local transport features such as metro & underground networks) & for visitors with a disability. Individual regional sections cover Sights, driving & walking opportunities, what to do, eating & accommodation. Local listings are accompanied by addresses, opening times, prices, directions & local transport options, though options for younger travellers & those with children are more limited. Extensive colour photography accompanies the text, with a range of pictures illustrations the main sites of the city, region or country. An extensive Practicalities chapter at the back of each guide carries essential information on weather, documents & customs, money, health, communication, tourist information, useful websites, finding help, opening times & entrance fees, media & books, films & maps. There is also basic information on entertainment & nightlife, sports & activities, film & music & festivals & events. ...

A set of four coasters featuring the wonderful London skyline. Each coaster has a different iconic landmark: the Tower of London, St Paul`s Cathedral, Tower Bridge, the Parliament & Westminster Abbey. The 4 coasters can all be aligned to show the full London skyline along the River Thames. ...