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When we think of London s river, the vast thoroughfare of the Thames immediately springs to mind. But this ancient city was built around other rivers too and traces of these still remain, for those who know where to look.
London s Lost Rivers takes the reader on a series of walks along the routes of eight lost rivers, combining directions for walkers with richly detailed anecdotes outlining the history of each river s route, origins and decline.
Tom Bolton reveals a secret network that spreads across the city, from picturesque Hampstead in the North to the hidden suburbs of South London, and runs beneath some of London s most iconic and historic sites.
These London pasts are brought to vivid life, populated by characters both famous and infamous, including politicians, forgers, actors, architects, athletes, monarchs and murderers.
Evocative, witty and engaging, London s Lost Rivers invites both visitors to the city and lifelong Londoners to explore another side of London and its rich history, whether on foot or in the imagination.
London s Lost Rivers takes the reader on a series of walks along the routes of eight lost rivers, combining directions for walkers with richly detailed anecdotes outlining the history of each river s route, origins and decline.
Tom Bolton reveals a secret network that spreads across the city, from picturesque Hampstead in the North to the hidden suburbs of South London, and runs beneath some of London s most iconic and historic sites.
These London pasts are brought to vivid life, populated by characters both famous and infamous, including politicians, forgers, actors, architects, athletes, monarchs and murderers.
Evocative, witty and engaging, London s Lost Rivers invites both visitors to the city and lifelong Londoners to explore another side of London and its rich history, whether on foot or in the imagination.
About the Author
Tom Bolton is a researcher, walker and photographer who lives and works in London. He writes regularly about the city and reviews theatre and music.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
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Wealth of Knowledge,
This review is from: London's Lost Rivers: A Walker's Guide (Paperback)
A fantastic book that is as insightful as it is fun to read. Brings us to make fascinating discoveries about our own city, why things were built where they were, how they were, following what natural waterway... and to reflect on our urban environment in constant evolution.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
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Do you know your Peck from your Effra?,
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This review is from: London's Lost Rivers: A Walker's Guide (Paperback)
Having lived in London for the last 15 years - apparently with my eyes closed - I can honestly say that I found the subject of this book to be a complete revelation.Far from being a simple history of the underground rivers that feed the Thames, the author has enthusiastically plotted walks which chart their original routes in minute detail and provides fascinating insights into the areas they pass through. Accompanied by hand drawn maps and a generous smattering of moodily lit photos, each short bulleted description of their course is accompanied by an enlightening paragraph or two which brings to life London's forgotten history. I was surprised to discover that I have lived so close to many of the rivers covered in the book, but have been completely oblivious to their existence (even for example where the tributaries emerge from the ground to fill ornamental lakes). Want to know how an area or a road got its name? or perhaps the origins of that distinctive building you pass on the way in to work? It's a fair bet that this book has it covered. An absolutely fascinating and engaging read. Really do recommend.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
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The capital from the bottom up,
This review is from: London's Lost Rivers: A Walker's Guide (Paperback)
This is a great new addition to ways of exploring London on foot - an intriguing, sometimes whimsical view of the city from the bottom up - tracing the lines of its forgotten rivers. Its handy, pocket-size means it's easy to take along on your walk, and the route instructions are sensibly spaced and easy to follow. There's an absolute wealth of recent and ancient historical and geographic information along the length of each route, which Tom Bolton has lovingly researched and presents in a fresh, conversational way. A real companion on your walk. And the whole is complemented by eerie, atmospheric photos by SF Said that let you know you're far from the obvious tourist haunts here. Get it and start exploring!
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