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Secret London; Exploring the Hidden City, with Original Walks and Unusual Places to Visit (Globetrotter Walking Guides) (Paperback)

by Andrew Duncan (Author)

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Paperback: 192 pages
Publisher: New Holland Publishers Ltd; 4th Rev Ed edition (1 May 2003)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1843303000
ISBN-13: 978-1843303008
Product Dimensions: 17.4 x 17 x 6.4 cm

Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 443,691 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Aimed at visitors and Londoners alike, this fully updated edition of "Secret London" unlocks the cities most fascinating secrets - both above and below ground. Historian Andrew Duncan strips away bricks, mortar and tarmac to uncover parts of the capital that even born-and-bred Londoners may never have seen. Below ground, he guides readers through abandoned Underground stations, to Clerkenwell's amazing network of subterranean prison cells. Above ground, he leads the way through narrow alleyways and cobbled mews, revealing unexpected treasures and describing rarely seen interiors and special collections. Opening times and addresses, detailed route maps and evocative photos complement the text.

About the Author

Andrew Duncan is a celebrated historian and expert on London. He has walked and guided popular tours in the capital for many years, always combining a love of places with a professional interest in their history. His other books for New Holland - including Walking London, Walking Village London, Walking Notorious London and Andrew Duncan's Favourite London Walks - are best-sellers.

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4.0 out of 5 stars A Good Guide!, 20 Oct 2004

By	Astolath (Kent, UK) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)

I ordered this book with a view to planning a day of walking around the city with a friend. There are several walks planned out for you, with details of places of interest, places to stop for refreshment etc. The only problem was that, on the particular route we followed around St. Pauls, the map didn't appear to be 100% accurate and we had to rely on our backup copy of the A-Z. Not a huge problem, in fact it's sometimes fun to drift slightly off course just for the satisfaction of finding your way back again. This is probably partly due to the fact that London seems to be continually changing and most maps are out of date as soon as they are published.

A good guide book, but just make sure you've got an A to Z handy as well!

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4.0 out of 5 stars An essential book for those who love exploring London, 5 Jan 2002

By	Cath Prince (London) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Secret London (Paperback)

What a great book! It is full of fascinating facts and information that your average London guide book doesn't give you! It made me want to explore the city in much more detail! I was rather disappointed to see that the House of Detention in Clerkenwell has actually closed down now, so perhaps the book needs to be updated? Nevertheless, the chapter on all the subterranean tunnels under London, was fascinating - especially the section on disused tube stations. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who enjoys discovering the other side of London.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Good clear book on the secrets of London, 24 Aug 2002

By	Shawade (UK) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)

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This is a 'nice to have' text rather than a 'must have', a proportion of the book refers to places and things that are not really 'secret', more hidden from public view (elements of the library in parliament for example) which was not really what I was expecting when I ordered it. There are however some excellent walks described in here which are probably worth the purchase price for alone.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Great value for London lovers.
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