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`Crammed with delightful facts, it's a constantly fascinating journey' --Shortlist
`Mason, a lifelong Tube enthusiast, rediscovers the Underground by walking its routes overground' --The Times
`Endlessly fascinating' --Spectator
`This engaging foot puts its best foot forward with fascinating detail about both the Underground and its part in London's history' --Independent
`Mark Mason's Walk the Lines follows his mission to walk overground the routes taken by the London Underground. In doing so he uncovers some surprising insights into the capital and its inhabitants' --Choice
`I was charmed by this book's profusion of insightful anecdotes and fascinating trivia' --Walk
`Offers some extraordinary historical trivia and personal musings' --Completely London
`Mason, a lifelong Tube enthusiast, rediscovers the Underground by walking its routes overground' --The Times
`Endlessly fascinating' --Spectator
`This engaging foot puts its best foot forward with fascinating detail about both the Underground and its part in London's history' --Independent
`Mark Mason's Walk the Lines follows his mission to walk overground the routes taken by the London Underground. In doing so he uncovers some surprising insights into the capital and its inhabitants' --Choice
`I was charmed by this book's profusion of insightful anecdotes and fascinating trivia' --Walk
`Offers some extraordinary historical trivia and personal musings' --Completely London
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An obsessive walks the entire London Underground system overground
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31 of 34 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
The synopsis is exactly what you get on this journey walking the streets that run alongside the London Underground - but above ground.
There is so much interesting information shared - I found it fascinating. It's not just historical information (which I love) but insights into the businesses, shops, architecture and residents that populate those streets that the author walks. He can tell how affluent an area is and how much a part of the hub of London a place is. In a way, this book reminds me of the work of Charles Booth - Charles Booth completed a survey into life and labour in London dating from 1886 to 1903.
Another fascinating thing I found was the psychology of walking and map-reading that the author explores. As his journey progresses, he is affected on a deeper level and he finds insights into why he enjoys walking and why he needs this challenge. There is a lot of philosophy on what the journey actually means to him.
Mark Mason writes with humour - it is not a long drawn-out read. I found myself saying to my husband, `do you know why .....................?' and when he said no, telling him he would have to wait to read the book to find out!
It's not always Mark Mason walking on his own. Geoff Nicholson who is the author of Bleeding London and The Lost Art of Walking joins him at one point. They walk together from Camden Town to Highgate. His mate Richard joins him for the part of Harrow-to-Uxbridge and he also completes a pub-crawl on the Circle Line with another mate.
I was intrigued by the Cake Circle created by the ex-pop musician, Bill Drummond. I love the reason why he started this - again, there is a philosophy behind this. I think I would probably be fazed if he rang my doorbell but would recover and invite him in for a cuppa!
My navigational skills are dire and I've always detested maps. However, reading this book has given me a different perspective. I don't think I will ever feel the same again when I look at a map!
If you like Bill Bryson's books then you will certainly enjoy this book.
I would like to thank Random House Books for sending me a copy to review.
There is so much interesting information shared - I found it fascinating. It's not just historical information (which I love) but insights into the businesses, shops, architecture and residents that populate those streets that the author walks. He can tell how affluent an area is and how much a part of the hub of London a place is. In a way, this book reminds me of the work of Charles Booth - Charles Booth completed a survey into life and labour in London dating from 1886 to 1903.
Another fascinating thing I found was the psychology of walking and map-reading that the author explores. As his journey progresses, he is affected on a deeper level and he finds insights into why he enjoys walking and why he needs this challenge. There is a lot of philosophy on what the journey actually means to him.
Mark Mason writes with humour - it is not a long drawn-out read. I found myself saying to my husband, `do you know why .....................?' and when he said no, telling him he would have to wait to read the book to find out!
It's not always Mark Mason walking on his own. Geoff Nicholson who is the author of Bleeding London and The Lost Art of Walking joins him at one point. They walk together from Camden Town to Highgate. His mate Richard joins him for the part of Harrow-to-Uxbridge and he also completes a pub-crawl on the Circle Line with another mate.
I was intrigued by the Cake Circle created by the ex-pop musician, Bill Drummond. I love the reason why he started this - again, there is a philosophy behind this. I think I would probably be fazed if he rang my doorbell but would recover and invite him in for a cuppa!
My navigational skills are dire and I've always detested maps. However, reading this book has given me a different perspective. I don't think I will ever feel the same again when I look at a map!
If you like Bill Bryson's books then you will certainly enjoy this book.
I would like to thank Random House Books for sending me a copy to review.
22 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I was contacted by Random House with the offer to review this book. As I love going to London, i thought this book sounded really interesting so I accepted. I received a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
Mark Mason decides the best way to conquer London would to be to walk the entire Tube system overground. Dividing the lines up he walks from station to station. Picking up conversations, observations and facts about his surroundings.
Each Line is a new chapter and has a map of that line at the start of the chapter, so you can follow his progress throughout the walk. I settled in to read this book and found myself thoroughly enjoying it. Mark has a witty sense of humour and makes some great observations on his walk, filled with sarcastic comments, thought provoking discussions and interesting facts. This book had me laughing along with it and my feet itching to go back to London. Some parts in London I have visited so I could picture exactly where he was, other parts were new to me, but I could picture where he was and what the area was like from his observations.
I took this book to work with me to read in my lunch break and I already have three people waiting to read it. I would sit there giggling or going 'ooh' at certain facts so my colleagues would ask 'what's that about then' and just from sharing snippets and talking about the book, they are as fascinated as I was.
The writing style flows well and takes you into the heart of the book. I felt like I really was walking along with him (without the sore feet and aching legs on my part!)
If you love London or just want to know more about this great City I really would recommend this book. It will make you see London in a whole new light and give you the urge to explore.
I have to say I think his wife is very tolerant of what may seem like a pointless endeavor, I loved the interaction between them, and all the fabulous people he met on his journey brought a whole new perspective.
As a non-fiction book it took me slightly longer to read than fiction, but I thoroughly enjoyed it, and was glad I read it.
Stand back Bill Bryson, you've got competition, Mark Mason is on the scene.
Mark Mason decides the best way to conquer London would to be to walk the entire Tube system overground. Dividing the lines up he walks from station to station. Picking up conversations, observations and facts about his surroundings.
Each Line is a new chapter and has a map of that line at the start of the chapter, so you can follow his progress throughout the walk. I settled in to read this book and found myself thoroughly enjoying it. Mark has a witty sense of humour and makes some great observations on his walk, filled with sarcastic comments, thought provoking discussions and interesting facts. This book had me laughing along with it and my feet itching to go back to London. Some parts in London I have visited so I could picture exactly where he was, other parts were new to me, but I could picture where he was and what the area was like from his observations.
I took this book to work with me to read in my lunch break and I already have three people waiting to read it. I would sit there giggling or going 'ooh' at certain facts so my colleagues would ask 'what's that about then' and just from sharing snippets and talking about the book, they are as fascinated as I was.
The writing style flows well and takes you into the heart of the book. I felt like I really was walking along with him (without the sore feet and aching legs on my part!)
If you love London or just want to know more about this great City I really would recommend this book. It will make you see London in a whole new light and give you the urge to explore.
I have to say I think his wife is very tolerant of what may seem like a pointless endeavor, I loved the interaction between them, and all the fabulous people he met on his journey brought a whole new perspective.
As a non-fiction book it took me slightly longer to read than fiction, but I thoroughly enjoyed it, and was glad I read it.
Stand back Bill Bryson, you've got competition, Mark Mason is on the scene.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I bought this book largely for sentimental reasons, as I was brought up in London, and visit from time to time.
Having said that, I did buy it with an element of apprehension, because a lot of ' clever travel literature ' can just sneer at places, because it is an easy thing to do. With a light & innovative touch, this book avoids that pitfall.
The other thing that makes this book pleasurable is, that it is that rare thing for a travel book, ' unputdownable '.
Having said that, I did buy it with an element of apprehension, because a lot of ' clever travel literature ' can just sneer at places, because it is an easy thing to do. With a light & innovative touch, this book avoids that pitfall.
The other thing that makes this book pleasurable is, that it is that rare thing for a travel book, ' unputdownable '.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
wandering around London
If you have ever wondered about the districts your underground journeys take you through, this not-so-small little book will fill you in.
Informative and easily read. Read more
Informative and easily read. Read more
Published 3 months ago by collywobbles
Very interesting book
The book was sent promptly, so a good service and price, thanks. Very interesting book for all Londoners and would be Londoners, makes you appreciate the Underground!
Published 3 months ago by A
Bringing Harry Becks map to life
One year I had a diary which included a map of the London Underground. I must have passed hours studying this map in an attempt to pass the time as my bus dawdled its way back home... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Bantam Dave
Unmissable
I got this book for Christmas and I loved it so much! Everyone who's lived or does live in London will get something out of looking up the author's walk through their area. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Timothy Gowen
Sinclair lite?
I have just finished reading this book and on the whole I very much enjoyed it, in particular the conclusions that Mark Mason reaches at the end - in fact, they pull the whole book... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Dr. B. Twisselmann
A different persepctive on London
The network diagram of the London Underground system has achieved iconic status and has been much emulated. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Robert Ward
A delighful journey
A delightful read, those readers who love London and love its eclectic history will enjoy this book by Mark Mason. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Graeme Ferguson
walk the lines book
Book arrived in excellent condition and has been an extremely interesting read, learning lots of interesting facts about the city of London.
Published 9 months ago by Bones
Enjoyable and engaging travelogue
I was sent this book by the publisher in exchange for a fair and honest review, by the way.
Mark Mason, lover of all things London, sets himself a mission. Read more
Mark Mason, lover of all things London, sets himself a mission. Read more
Published 9 months ago by YAYeahYeah
Read The Lines
This is a well written book with some interesting insights into the author's mind as well as good descriptive narrative, fascinating local knowledge and observations, and all sorts... Read more
Published 9 months ago by foxwatcher
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