This is a fantastic brand new addition to the ” Beginners” series, which is designed to provide an informative introduction to non-fiction subjects for young readers. A brief history of London, from the importance of the River Thames to the significance of the Great Fire & the innovation of the London Underground, this book is full of facts about our capital city. It provides terrific reading practise for children who prefer fact to fiction. It is developed with a reading expert from Roehampton University to help young readers grow in confidence. ...

London on a single-sided, indexed street map at 1:15, 000 from Insight. This large map shows major tourist sites & transport routes, with the Congestion Charge Zone demarcated & shown in a darker shade. Main roads (with road numbers) & minor roads (many are named), & mainline & underground lines & stations are displayed. In the margin of the map, information is provided on access, distances & travel times to & from surrounding areas, such as motorways, London's airports & nearby towns & cities. A London Underground diagram is provided for central areas & many car parks, one-way streets & local driving restrictions are displayed on the main map. Pedestrian zones & footpaths through major parks are marked for reference. The map is annotated with general tourist information such as: monuments, museums & galleries, squares, parks & gardens, large and/or famous hotels, shopping centres & selected shops, West End & other theatres, & major sporting & music venues. Other places of interest are marked, such as places of worship, cemeteries, embassies, schools & universities, post offices, libraries, hospitals & swimming pools. Areas of London are also named, i.e. Mayfair & Soho, but London boroughs are not delineated. For the coverage of the map, see the image alongside this description. From the centre of the map at Victoria Embankment Gardens (south of Embankment Underground Station), the map stretches 8.625 km (5.36 miles) to both the north & south & 5.25 km (3.26 miles) to both the east & west. Extends from Dollis Hill station & Barnes High Street in the west to Stratford station & the O2 Arena in the east, & from Holloway Road station in the north to the north end of Clapham Common in the south. Without the index, which appears beneath the map, the map itself measures 115 x 70 cm. ...

This elegant little book gives fascinating insights into London over time, including little-known facts about its inhabitants, their multifarious activities, & the artists who have documented its rich history. Illustrations include work by artists such as Frank Auerbach, William Blake, Giovanni Antonio Canaletto, John Constable, George Cruikshank, Auguste Dore, Thomas Gericault, James Gillray, Thomas Girtin, William Hogarth, Wenceslaus Hollar, Henry Moore, C. R. W. Nevinson, William Nicholson, Giovanni Battista Piranesi, Cyril Power, Thomas Rowlandson, Paul & Thomas Sandby, George Scharf, J. M. W. Turner & James Mc Neill Whistler. ...

` It is surely remarkable to write of a guidebook that it is difficult to put down. But it is certainly true of this one.` ECONOMIST ` Calls our attention to everything beautiful, historic or curious left in the heart of London.` SUNDAY TIMES David Piper`s classic book is the most elegant, lyrical & stimulating of all guides to London, written with undisguised enthusiasm, intimacy & affection. It traverses London from Regent`s Park to Lambeth, from the Tower of London to Kensington, with excursions on the river & forays to outlying points of interest, each chapter covering an area which can be comfortably walked in a day. The author draws out the individual character of each district through history, literature, art & architecture & his own informed & entertaining comments. This is an essential guide for those who really want to understand how London has developed; it has been thoroughly revised & updated for this new edition. DAVID PIPER was an art historian, director of the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford, from 1973-1985, & before that director of the National Portrait Gallery, London.FIONNUALA JERVIS, who revised the guide, has edited & contributed to numerous historical & art historical publications, & in the course of this revision has walked every step of the way in David Piper`s footprints from her home in Kensington. ...

Edward Rutherfurd’s London is an epic fictional account of the city’s history, a journey across sixteen centuries from the days of the Romans to the modern day Dockland redevelopment. The book is structured as a plethora of “short stories” which look at a specific period in London’s history, such as the building of the Tower of London, the Great Fire of London, Shakespeare & the original Globe Theatre, & the Blitz. The action is seen through generations of a clutch of central families; following the lives & adventures, & rivalries & hatreds of the colourful cast (which spans all aspects of the social class system) London’s past is truly brought to life. ...

Take a trip to London! Lift the giant flaps to reveal what`s underneath, including lots of interesting textures! Feel the shiny London bus, stroke a furry monkey at London Zoo & touch a scaly dinosaur at the Natural History Museum! With something to spot or count on every spread too, this colourful book will provide lots of fun for older babies & toddlers. Part of the popular & well-established Campbell London series, Marion Billet`s bright & friendly illustrations really bring the London scenes to life, making them appealing to younger readers & perfectly complimenting the carefully chosen textured panels to touch. Also in the series: The London Noisy Tube, The London Noisy Bus, The London Noisy Book, My First London Bus, Hello! London, My Big London Play Set ...

All you need to inspire every step of your trip. An in-depth book, now with free app & e Book. From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this Insight Guides book is all you need to plan your trip & experience the best of London, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like Buckingham Palace, & hidden cultural gems like Hampstead Heath.· City Guide London is ideal for travellers seeking immersive cultural experiences, from exploring Piccadilly Circus to discovering Richmond· In-depth on history & culture: enjoy special features on Parliament & the blue plaques, all written by local experts·

Includes:: innovative extras that are unique in the market
- all City Guides come with a free e Book & app that`s regularly updated with new hotel, bar, restaurant, shop & local event listings· Invaluable maps, travel tips & practical information ensure effortless planning · Outstanding orientation information will save you time while you explore · Excellent Editor`s Choice recommendations will make your trip more memorable· Inspirational colour photography throughout· Inventive design makes for an engaging reading experience


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Back in 1985 the first ` British Railways Past & Present` was published, it has only taken 25 years for us to start the same treatment for Britain`s road transport scene. There is perhaps no better place to start than in the Capital City. London`s buses are well known throughout the world, being synonymous with the city. This volume takes us on a nostalgic tour of not just street scenes but also caomparative shots of the various bus related sites of the city. Bus stations & interchange points & garages & depots are slectively covered. The changes in the buses themselves & the advent in recent years of the return of the long lost street tramway make for fascinating reminders of both the past & the progress! This though is not just about the public service vehicles it is also about the cars, trucks, bikes & other motor vehicles that can be seen in the background. The fashions have also changed over the years while the buildings are remarkable either because they still stand or indeed because of what has replaced them after they have been swept aside in the passage of time. ...

This drawing handbook features top tips for drawing well-known London landmarks, including Buckingham Palace, St Paul`s Cathedral & Big Ben. It also introduces concepts such as light, tone, perspective & composition. With its clear step-by-step labelled drawings, this is an essential book for any budding artist who would like to master the art of drawing some of London`s best-loved landmarks & icons. ...

London street plan from the Touring Club Italiano with the publishers’ characteristic elegant cartography, printed on light, waterproof & tear-resistant synthetic paper, with a large, clear diagram of the Tf L network & a road map of Greater London. Current edition was published in summer 2014. Coverage extends from Hammersmith to beyond the Tower & from Swiss Cottage – Dalston to Clapham. Beautifully drawn cartography & colouring provide a very clear picture of main traffic arteries, important buildings & green spaces. Transport for London stations are annotated to differentiate between the Underground, Overground & Dockland lines & where appropriate locations different entrances/exits are marked. The map also indicates car parks & the boundary of the Congestion Zone. Street index is on the reverse, together with lists of useful contact numbers. Also provided is a separate index of the Transport of London stations. The map also

Includes:: a large diagram of the entire Transport for London network, plus a road map of Greater London.

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