- Hardcover: 192 pages
- Publisher: Times Books; New edition edition (5 Nov 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 000726643X
- ISBN-13: 978-0007266432
- Product Dimensions: 30.2 x 22.9 x 2.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 370,331 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"The text is brimming with absorbing and comprehensive historical narrative, the most recent archaeological findings, fascinating photographs, and a wealth of statistics and maps. Fully recommended." Now & Then, March 2008
“a lavishly illustrated and totally engrossing look at the history of our capital over the past 2,000 years… a real delight." Ham & High, 25th October 2007
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This new edition is as vibrant, compelling and diverse as the infamous city itself.
An established authority on London past and present, The Times History of London presents a captivating picture of London – how it was, how it is now, and how it will be in the future. Ranging from the creation of London by the Romans almost 2,000 years ago to the impact the forthcoming 2012 Olympics will have on the physical, economical and cultural fabric of London, the contents are both satisfyingly thorough and refreshingly varied.
The text is brimming with absorbing and comprehensive historical narrative, the most recent archaeological findings, fascinating photographs, and a wealth of statistics and maps. It comprises the most complete and inviting rendering of the history of London to date.
Lavishly presented and historically accurate, this new edition is the perfect companion for both the Londoner and the lover of London alike
Contents include:
Land under London
Roman London
Anglo-Saxon and Norman London
Medieval London
Tudor and Stuart London
Georgian London
Victorian London
London between the wars
Post-war London
London themes
Places in London
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45 of 50 people found the following review helpful
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The Times History of London is a truly superb book. I bought it and could not put it down. Each page takes you on a voyage of discovery and tells you things you never knew about the history and social development of this amazing capital city. Absolutely brilliant 10 out of 10, a real MUST HAVE title!
15 of 17 people found the following review helpful
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Not just history, but the importance of London's geography in its growth as the leading world city.
Up until now there has been a lack of a good synopsis of London's past.
And a great coffee table book to pick up and browse.
Up until now there has been a lack of a good synopsis of London's past.
And a great coffee table book to pick up and browse.
4 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I bought this for my partner as an extra Christmas present and he was pleased with it. It is very interesting and informative with lovely illustrations and photos. It also looks good on the coffee table!
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