street life in london

Street Life in London

Regarded as one of the most significant and far-reaching photobooks in the history of the medium, Street Life in London - first published in 1877 - is a ground-breaking work of social documentation which brought together for the first time images, analysis and the spoken word to provide a new kind of proximity to the conditions of poverty.

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Street Food - Charlie Taverner

This is the story of the women, men, boys, and girls who hawked oysters, cherries, cabbages, and pies on London''s streets, feeding the capital throughout its transformation from medieval city to global metropolis. Street Food reconstructs the working lives of these poor traders, following them from the back alleys and cramped rooms they called home, to the taverns, bridges, and corners where they set up shop. It describes fast-moving food chains, heaving markets, rumbling wheelbarrows, scruffy donkeys, rushing traffic, and advertising cries that echoed through the city. The first long-term, comprehensive history of street selling in London, the book explores the intricacies of hawkers'' work and their profound social, economic, and cultural importance to metropolitan life between the late sixteenth and early twentieth centuries. Based on the largest collection of archival and published evidence to date, it not only highlights the crucial roles street sellers played in fuelling the capital''s expansion, but argues that their endurance over three centuries raises challenging questions about major narratives and processes of urban history, like modernization, the rise of retail, and the improvement of the streets. And it examines why the street food of the past-like the continuing vitality of street vendors around the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Time Travel Guides: The Victorians and London - Tim Cooke

Step back in time to discover life in London during the reign of Queen Victoria with this handy time travel guidebookTravel back in time to Victorian London and find out all about life and culture there. Get ready to visit a cotton mill, drink coffee in one of new coffee houses and watch the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace! Like modern travel guides, the books in this series highlight must-see features and explain local culture. Each highlighted destination contains an explanation of what took part in these areas, as well as a look at important artefacts found there providing a bigger picture of life in the past. Typical travel guide notes include, ''best time to visit'', ''what to eat'' and ''where to stay''. Perfect for the KS2 history curriculum, and for readers aged 7 and up.Contents:LondonPutting London on the mapOut and aboutVictorian homesChristmasThe East EndStroll along the riverVictorian childrenHealth and medicineBooming BritainTime offBuckingham PalaceVisit quick!GlossaryFurther informationIndexBooks in this series:The Maya and Chichén Itza Roman Britain and LondiniumThe Stone Age and Skara BraeViking Britain and JorvikThe Ancient Greeks and AthensThe Shang Dynasty and YinThe Victorians and London The Ancient Egyptians and Thebes

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The Country Life - Rachel Cusk

WINNER OF THE SOMERSET MAUGHAM AWARD''Cusk combines humour and striking emotional honesty.'' Financial Times''Cusk shows a brilliant, and often hilarious funny, aptitude for identifying surreal moments in social interaction.'' Evening Standard''Cusk is a highly interesting, original writer and more unusually she is a joy to read.'' The TimesStella Benson sets off for Hilltop, a tiny Sussex village housing a family that is somewhat larger than life. Her hopes for the Maddens may be high, but her station among them, as au pair to their irascible son Martin - is undeniably low. What could possibly have driven her to leave her home, job and life in London for such rural ignominy? Why has she severed all contact with her parents? Why is she so reluctant to talk about her past?The Country Life is a rich and subtle story about embarrassment, awkwardness and being alone; about families, or the lack of them; and about love in some peculiar guises.

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Death in the East - Mukherjee Abir

HUNTED, Abir Mukherjee''s explosive contemporary thriller, is available NOW**WINNER OF THE CWA SAPERE BOOKS HISTORICAL DAGGER 2020**''Death in the East is the best so far of an unmissable series'' The TimesCalcutta police detective Captain Sam Wyndham and his quick-witted Indian Sergeant, Surrender-not Banerjee, are back for another rip-roaring adventure set in 1920s India.1905, London.When Bessie Drummond, an old flame of Sam Wyndham''s, is attacked in the street, he is determined to get to the bottom of it. But the next day, Bessie is found dead in her room and Wyndham soon finds himself caught up in her murder investigation. The case will cost the young constable more than he ever imagined.1922, India.Leaving Calcutta, Wyndham heads for the hills of Assam, ready to put his opium addiction behind him. But when he arrives, he sees a ghost from his life in London - a man thought to be long dead, a man Wyndham hoped he would never see again.Wyndham knows he must call his friend and colleague Sergeant Banerjee for help. He is certain that this figure from can only be after one thing: revenge...*A SUNDAY TIMES BOOKS OF 2021 PICK*Praise for the Wyndham and Banerjee series :''A thought-provoking rollercoaster'' Ian ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Sunshine and Sweet Peas in Nightingale Square - Heidi Swain

‘Pour out the Pimm’s, pull out the deckchair and lose yourself in this lovely, sweet, summery story!’ MILLY JOHNSONThe heart-warming new novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author, perfect for fans of Carole Matthews, Milly Johnson and Cathy Bramley Kate is on the run from her almost-divorced husband who is determined to have her back, and she has found the perfect place to hide... a little cottage on Nightingale Square in Norwich, far away from her old life in London. But the residents of Nightingale Square don't take no for an answer, and Kate soon finds herself pulled into a friendship with Lisa, her bossy but lovely new neighbour. Within a matter of days Kate is landed with the job of campaigning the council to turn the green into a community garden, meanwhile all the residents of Nightingale Square are horrified to discover that the Victorian mansion house on the other side of the square has been bought by developers. But when all hope is lost, the arrival of a handsome stranger is sure to turn things around! Heidi Swain is the perfect summer read - you'll want to find your own green space, stretch out in the sun and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Lucy in the Sky - Paige Toon

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOREscape to the summer and feel the warmth of Paige Toon's storytelling Settling down for a 24-hour flight to Australia, Lucy finds a text message on her phone - not from her boyfriend James, as she fondly hopes, but from a woman claiming to have slept with him four times in the past month. Trapped on the plane, she questions everything about her relationship with James. She finally calls him and he reassures her: it was only his mates playing a silly joke. James is a lawyer, persuasive and gorgeous and Lucy adores him. So why, at the wedding in Sydney of her best friend Molly, does she have niggling doubts, and find herself attracted to Molly's brother-in-law Nathan? The sooner she gets back to her regular life in London, the flat she shares with James, her job in PR, the better. Nathan is a happy-go-lucky surfer boy, with no prospects, no place to live, an almost-girlfriend in tow. And the other side of the world...Lucy - a girl caught between two distant continents - and two very different men...THE ONE WE FELL IN LOVE WITH was selected for the Zoella Book Club and Paige Toon's ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Last Seen in Lhasa - Claire Scobie

Some go to Tibet seeking inspiration, others for adventure. The award-winning journalist, Claire Scobie, found both when she left her ordinary life in London and went to the Himalayas in search of a rare red lily. Her journey took her to Pemako, where few Westerners have set foot and where the myth of Shangri-la was born. It was here she became friends with Ani, an unusual Tibetan nun who was to change her life.Through seven journeys in Tibet, Claire chronicles a rapidly changing world - where monks talk on mobiles and Lhasa''s sex industry thrives. But it is Ani, a penniless wanderer with a rich heart, who leaves an indelible impression. Together, in a culture where freedom of expression is forbidden, they risk arrest. And they forge an abiding friendship, based on intuition and deep respect.Evoking the luminous landscape of snow peaks and wild alpine gardens, Claire Scobie captures the paradoxes of contemporary Tibet, a land steeped in religion, struggling against oppression and galloping towards modernity. Last Seen in Lhasa is a unique story of insight and adventure that can touch us all.

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The Little Cafe in Copenhagen - Julie Caplinová

Welcome to the little cafe in Copenhagen where the smell of cinnamon fills the air, the hot chocolate is as smooth as silk and romance is just around the corner... Katie Fforde Publicist Kate Sinclair's life in London is everything she thought she wanted: success, glamour and a charming boyfriend. Until that boyfriend goes behind her back and snatches a much sought-after promotion from her.Heartbroken and questioning everything, Kate needs to escape. From candles and cosy nights in to romantic late-night walks through the beautiful cobbled streets of Copenhagen, Kate discovers how to live life 'the Danish way'. Can the secrets of hygge and happiness lead her to her own happily-ever-after? Everybody loves Julie Caplin...

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One Summer in Venice - Pellegrino Nicky

Can a city hold the key to happiness?''This isn''t a mid-life crisis OK? For a start I''m not old enough yet to have one of those. I''m calling it a happiness project. I''ve stolen an entire summer from my life and by the time it''s over I plan to leave this place with a list in my hand. The ten things that make me happy, that''s all I want to know. How difficult can it be? They may be small things - a perfect cup of coffee, a day without rain - or bigger ones. It''s still the beginning so how can I know?'' Addolorata Martinelli knows she should be happy. She has everything she thought she wanted - her own business, a husband, a child. So why does she feel as if something is missing? Then when her restaurant, Little Italy, is slated by a reviewer, she realises that she''s lost the one thing she thought she could always count on, her love of food.So Addolorata heads to Venice for a summer alone, aiming to find the ten things that make her happy. Once she''s found them, she''ll construct a new life around her ten things, but will they ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Once Upon A Time In The West...Country - Tony Hawks

Comedian and bestselling author, Tony Hawks, is embarking on his greatest adventure yet - moving from city life in London to deepest Devon in the West Country.

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Some Men In London: Queer Life, 1945-1959 - Peter Parker

**A TIMES AND SUNDAY TIMES HISTORY BOOK OF THE YEAR**Quite simply, this book is a work of genius - Matthew Parris, The SpectatorAn essential study of post-war gay London life... one of the best anthologies I have ever read - John Self, The ObserverWith it’s wide-ranging selection, generous biographical notes and provocative bibliography, Some Men in London is a serious and important contribution to our understanding of Britain up to today - Fiona Sampson, The TabletAn absolutely extraordinary book … about actually what life was like for homosexual men in London in the 1940s and the 1950s… It’s amazing - Dominic Sandbrook The first part of a major new anthology which uncovers the rich reality of life for queer men in LondonIn the 1940s, it was believed that homosexuality had been becoming more widespread in the aftermath of war. A moral panic ensued, centred around London as the place to which gay men gravitated.In a major new anthology, Peter Parker explores what it was actually like for queer men in London in this period, whether they were well-known figures such as John Gielgud, ‘Chips’ Channon and E.M. Forster, or living lives of quiet – or occasionally rowdy – anonymity in ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Some Men In London: Queer Life, 1960-1967 - Peter Parker

**A TIMES AND SUNDAY TIMES HISTORY BOOK OF THE YEAR** ''Quite simply, this book is a work of genius'' Matthew Parris, SpectatorThe second in a major two-part anthology uncovering the rich reality of life for queer men in London, from the end of the Second World War to decriminalization in 1967In the 1940s, it was believed that homosexuality had been becoming more widespread in the aftermath of war. A moral panic ensued, centred around London as the place to which gay men gravitated. Peter Parker''s fascinating new compendium explores what it was actually like for queer men in London in this period, whether they were well-known figures such as Francis Bacon, Joe Orton and Kenneth Williams, or living lives of quiet – or occasionally rowdy – anonymity in pubs, clubs, more public places of assignation, or at home. It is rich with letters, diaries, psychological textbooks, novels, films, plays and police records, covering a wide range of viewpoints, from those who deplored homosexuality to those who campaigned for its decriminalization. This second volume, from 1960 to 1967, shows how key elements in British society gradually changed their views on homosexuality, resulting in the landmark 1967 act by which it was ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Everyday Life in Tudor London - Stephen Porter

Tudor London was a vibrant capital city, the very hub of English cultural and political life. The thriving metropolis had a strong royal presence, at the long established Tower of London and Westminster, and later at the palaces of Whitehall, Bridewell and St James’s, built by Henry VIII to host his glittering court. Anne Boleyn was assigned a house in the Strand, with gardens running down to the river, while Elizabeth I stayed occasionally at Somerset House.The great and the good gravitated to the city too: Erasmus lodged with Sir Thomas More and his family in Bucklesbury, off Cheapside; Sir Walter Raleigh wrote poetry in his study in Durham House, overlooking the Thames and William Shakespeare lodged in Silver Street. Like today, streets and areas grew up with their own distinct personality: Bankside and Shoreditch were the first theatre and entertainment districts where the Globe Theatre was built to sit alongside the bear-baiting rings. Londoners themselves, and the many immigrants who flocked from the continent, created a lively, raucous society in the streets, markets and the hundreds of inns and ale-houses.Everyday Life in Tudor London vividly recreates this colourful city.

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Building a new life in the UK A workbook for ESOL learners - Speak Street

Our book is ideal for any ESOL learner wanting to get a better grasp of the basic but essential grammar and vocabulary needed for life in the UK. If you''re a teacher, support worker or volunteer in the community, this book helps bring a focus to your lessons and is a fun and interactive work tool.Speak-Street is a Social Enterprise and all profits from this book will help support the work we do. Thankyou and enjoy.

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London's Street Trees - Paul Wood

The third edition, completely revised, of the only guide to all the species of tree on London's streets, and further expanded to reflect the continually increasing diversity of London's streets, and the emergence of urban trees as a national issue since the destruction of street trees in Sheffield and Plymouth.

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Everyday Life in Medieval London - Toni Mount

Our capital city has always been a thriving and colourful place, full of diverse and determined individuals developing trade and finance, exchanging gossip and doing business.Abandoned by the Romans, rebuilt by the Saxons, occupied by the Vikings and reconstructed by the Normans, London would become the largest trade and financial centre, dominating the world in later centuries. London has always been a brilliant, vibrant and eclectic place – Henry V was given a triumphal procession there after his return from Agincourt and the Lord Mayor’s river pageant was an annual medieval spectacular. William the Conqueror built the Tower, Thomas Becket was born in Cheapside, Wat Tyler led the peasants in revolt across London Bridge and Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales was the first book produced on Caxton’s new printing press in Westminster.But beneath the colour and pageantry lay dirt, discomfort and disease, the daily grind for ordinary folk. Like us, they had family problems, work worries, health concerns and wondered about the weather.

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Street Life (Bilingual edition) - Astrid Ihle, Rene Zechlin

A place for representation, self-presentation and communication, resistance and protest - this lavishly illustrated volume investigates the multi-layered significance of the street in the art of the twentieth and twenty-first century as an interface for diverse walks of life and groups through international positions in painting, graphics, photography, film, performance and installation.Around 1900, the street moved into the focus of artists in the wake of industrialisation and urbanisation as an elemental component of life. Starting with the Futurists and the Expressionists, who made the street a symbol for modern life full of promises and conflicts, the subject runs like a thread through art: as a social psychogram; as the expression of collective and individual longings and fears; within the context of happenings or graffiti; and currently also redefined within the framework of ecology, sustainability and democratic movements.

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Tired of London, Tired of Life - Tom Jones

A charming and inspiring book of 365 things to do in London. Beautifully illustrated with bitesize entries ranging from the well-known to the quirky, this is the perfect gift for anyone wanting to discover all of the gems London has to offer...''One thing to do every day that''ll stop you getting tired of the big smoke.'' -- The Guardian''A great way to explore London!'' -- ***** Reader review''Great fun and great information'' -- ***** Reader review''Great book to dip into. Always find something new to do/somewhere new to go'' -- ***** Reader review''A brilliant book with fascinating ideas to do around the city'' -- ***** Reader review******************************************************************************************************As the late great Samuel Johnson sagely observed, ''When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life.''When author Tom Jones found himself doing the same things week in, week out while living in England''s treasured capital, he decided to heed Johnson''s words and seek out a thing to do each day in London to make him fall back in love with the city.Here, in Tired of London, Tired of Life, Tom shares the fun, diverting and imaginative things that you can do to keep yourself amused in London. With seasonally appropriate ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Still Life - Alex London

“London and Zelinsky have created something unendingly fun but also deeply meaningful: Art takes on a life of its own, no matter how much the artist thinks the work can be controlled!” —Brian Selznick, Caldecott Medal–winning author of The Invention of Hugo CabretA still life painting is a painting where everything is supposed to stay still. But what if it doesn’t? Acclaimed author Alex London and Caldecott Medal–winning artist Paul O. Zelinsky bring exquisite life and adventure to this slyly funny and inventive picture book for fans of Christopher Denise’s Knight Owl and Corinna Luyken’s The Book of Mistakes. Every young artist has drawn or painted a still life scene. Perhaps it is a bowl of fruit, or a toy, or a vase of flowers, or a chair. The only rule is that a still life painting must stay still.But staying still is hard! Especially for a curious mouse and a hungry dragon and a no-nonsense princess. Will the artist notice that his still life painting is breaking all the rules?From award-winning author Alex London and Caldecott Medal–winning artist Paul O. Zelinsky, Still Life is a funny, subversive, and clever picture book that brings a painting to wildly imaginative life. ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Living My Best Life, Hun - London Hughes

''A hilarious must read.'' -Jameela Jamil''I loved the chutzpah and the honesty.'' - Graham Norton''Funny, frank and inspiring.'' - Lenny Henry All her life, London longed to be a badass, an awesome bulletproof star nobody could mess with - someone who takes no shit - and in Living My Best Life, Hun, she lifts the lid on how she went from secretly writing Frasier fan fiction alone in her bedroom to taking Hollywood by storm.It hasn''t been an easy journey; from birthday parties gone wrong and dealing with bullies every step of the way, to getting blocked by Foxtons (long story) and being mistaken for the cleaner at a comedy competition (true story), London leaves no stone unturned. It took London some time to find her voice and her people, but now that she has, she''s mentally high-fiving her fourteen-year-old self every day.Frank, fearless and funny, Living My Best Life, Hun will inspire you to ditch the self-loathing, start the self-loving and engage with your inner winner.

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Brunch in London

"Brunch in London" the iconic cookbook, featuring over 100 recipes from 100 of London''s best restaurants, cafés and celebrity chefs.100% of the profit from the sale of this book will fund OnePlate''s sustainable food projects and farms in Africa and Asia to nourish and enrich the lives of children in great need.This is the cookbook for global impact and we have a number of Michelin star venues, celebrity chefs and food writers involved, who have united together for impact, including: Jamie Oliver, Angela Hartnett, Anna Jones, Melissa Hemsley, Diana Henry, Claire Ptak, Rick Stein, Ella Mills, Yotam Ottolenghi, Philip Khoury, Heston Blumenthal, Alex Dilling, Jason Atherton and Skye Gyngell.A cookbook, coffee table book, destination guide and book of inspiration all in one!! This is the perfect gift and addition to your kitchen.Luxurious hardcover with intricate gold foiling and a textured grain finish. This 432-page book is printed on eco-friendly wood-free paper using soy ink.With over 100 recipes included, “Brunch in London” features recipes that have remained a top secret, until now, from some of the most lucrative names in the industry. Including; Granger & Co, The Savoy, BRAT, Berners Tavern, Dishoom, E5 Bakehouse, Hide, La Fromagerie, Nobu, Pophams, St John, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Don't be a Tourist in London - Vanessa Grall

Don’t be a Tourist in London has the secret recipe for becoming an artful traveller in a messy world."In this abridged extract from Don''t Be A Tourist In London, Vanessa Grall suggests a few places to start a conversation in London... and one place to go and listen." — Londonist "Discover the capital''s secret spots with Vanessa Grall''s new book." — Country and Town House “The cliché says that when one is tired of London, one is tired of life – but I think this book might help some to rediscover the joys of both... there’s probably enough here to keep you going for things to explore for the next decade.” — Amateur Photographer "This book will encourage the wanderer within. It is a true traveller''s companion as much as a beautifully designed collectable for your bookshelf." — Polo Lifestlye Discover the secret recipe for becoming an artful traveler in a messy world. Don’t be a Tourist in London offers an escape route from the typical tourist itinerary to the British capital, unlocking a vault of thoughtfully-curated itineraries, local secrets, insider advice and little-known urban anecdotes. For the third instalment of the best-selling Don’t be a Tourist series, the author ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Benjamin Franklin in London - George Goodwin

''Sensitive, moving and finely textured'' Guardian''Fantastic'' Dan SnowFor the great majority of his long life, Benjamin Franklin was a loyal British royalist. In 1757, having made his fortune in Philadelphia and established his fame as a renowned experimental scientist, he crossed the Atlantic to live as a gentleman in the heaving metropolis of London. With just a brief interlude, a house in Craven Street was to be his home until 1775. From there he mixed with both the brilliant and the powerful, whether in London coffee house clubs, at the Royal Society, or on his summer travels around the British Isles and continental Europe. He counted David Hume, Matthew Boulton, Joseph Priestley, Edmund Burke and Erasmus Darwin among his friends, and as an American colonial representative he had access to successive Prime Ministers and even the King.The early 1760s saw Britain''s elevation to global superpower status with victory in the Seven Years War and the succession of the young, active George III. These two events brought a sharp new edge to political competition in London and redefined the relationship between Britain and its colonies. Though Franklin long sought to prevent the break with Great Britain, his own actions would finally ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Modern Buildings in London - Ian Nairn

“Without any doubt, London is one of the best cities in the world for modern architecture. But it is also one of the biggest cities in the world, and it does not make a display of its best things. A visitor looking for new buildings in the City and the West End might well be justified in turning away with a shudder. Yet delightful things may be waiting for him in Lewisham or St. Albans.” —Ian Nairn, from the foreword As one of the few architectural critics to eschew purely aesthetic modes of analysis, Ian Nairn’s timeless books on modern urban cities have been hailed as some of the most significant writing about contemporary Britain, while also being praised as alternative “guidebooks” for curious travelers. First published in 1964, Modern Buildings in London celebrates the character of buildings that were immediately recognizable as “modern” in 1964, many of which were not part of the well-known landscape of London but instead were gems that Nairn stumbled across.Written “by a layman for laymen,” Nairn’s take on modern design includes classic London buildings such as the Barbican, the former BBC Television Centre, and the Penguin Pool at Regent’s Park Zoo, as well as ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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33 Walks in London That You Shouldn't Miss - Nicola H. Perry

Experience the less explored nooks and pockets of Britain''s capital through the eyes of a passionate local. With its labyrinth of characterful streets and alleys, charming squares, open green spaces, monuments and museums, public artworks, bustling markets, and tempting boutiques and restaurants, London is a walker''s paradise. Whether you''re a first time visitor or longtime local, the city offers endless surprises - fascinating sights and stories, both ancient and modern, hidden in plain view. London insider and native Nicola Perry leads you away from the famed attractions on 33 strolls through the city''s most interesting enclaves, sharing entertaining insights, historical anecdotes, and engaging tips at every cobblestoned turn. Each walk burrows its way into the heart of a neighborhood, crafting and curating a path that reveals its individual essence and personality. Also available: 111 Coffee Shops in London That You Must Not Miss ISBN 9783954516148 111 Places in London That You Shouldn''t Miss ISBN 9783740816445 111 Shops in London That You Shouldn''t Miss ISBN 9783954513413

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Thames Path in London - Phoebe Clapham

Fully revised and updated. This comprehensive guide to the London section of the Thames Path Trail Guide covers the route from Hampton Court in the east to the Thames Barrier in the west, with an extension into Crayford Ness. From the Mesolithic Period timber piles near Vauxhall Bridge to the innovative Shard skyscraper at London Bridge, the long and remarkable history of London is revealed. Clapham covers all the folklore from the famous frost fairs to the much-lamented beach near Tower Bridge, not forgetting the poignant recent visit of a large whale to the centre of London. The Thames winds all the way through London’s history and culture, from Henry VIII’s Hampton Court to the chequered fate of the Dome/O2. Accompanied by easy-to-read maps and colour photography, the London resident as much as the visiting tourist will find in this guide something new every step of the way.

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Street Fight in Naples - Peter Robb

Naples is always a shock, flaunting beauty and squalor like nowhere else. It is the only city in Europe whose ancient past still lives in its irrepressible people. In 1503, Naples was the Mediterranean capital of Spain''s world empire and the base for the Christian struggle with Islam. It was a European metropolis matched only by Paris and Istanbul, an extraordinary concentration of military power, lavish consumption, poverty and desperation. It was to Naples in 1606 that Michelangelo Merisi fled after a fatal street fight, and there released a great age in European art - until everything erupted in a revolt by the dispossessed, and the people of an occupied city brought Europe into the modern world.Ranging across nearly three thousand years of Neapolitan life and art, from the first Greek landings in Italy to the author''s own, less auspicious, arrival thirty-something years ago, Street Fight in Naples brings vividly to life the tumultuous and, at times, tragic history of Naples.

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London's Transport in the 1980s - Tim Brown

Public transport in London in the 1980s presented a very different face to today. London Regional Transport still oversaw much of the public transport network, before Transport for London took over in 2000, while the national rail network in the capital was in the early years of privatisation. Routemaster buses still plied the streets and many of today’s major transport infrastructure projects were yet to be built. London’s Transport in the 1980s presents a portrait of public transport in the capital in this decade of change showing the variety of vehicles on the scene, the early years of the Docklands Light Railway and Thameslink, major stations such as Liverpool Street and King’s Cross before they were rebuilt, old goods yards, the rail network around Croydon before Tramlink was built, historic transport infrastructure that had survived from previous decades and much more.With an array of previously unpublished photographs, Tim Brown presents a fascinating overview of the transport scene in London in this era.

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London Transport Buses in the 1960s - Jim Blake

Just as life in Britain generally changed dramatically during the 1960s, so did London Transport''s buses and their operations. Most striking was the abandonment of London''s trolleybuses, once the world''s biggest system, and their replacement by motorbuses. Begun in 1959 using surplus RT-types, it was completed by May 1962 using new Routemasters, designed specifically to replace them. They then continued to replace RT types, too.Traffic congestion and staff shortages played havoc with London Transport''s buses and Green Line coaches during the 1960s, one-man operation was seen as a remedy for the latter, shortening routes in the Central Area for the former. Thus the ill-fated "Reshaping Plan" was born, introducing new O.M.O. bus types. These entered trial service in 1965, and after much delay the plan was implemented from September 1968 onwards. Sadly, new MB-types, also introduced in the Country Area, soon proved a disaster! Unfortunately, owing to a government diktat, Routemaster production ended at the start of 1968, forcing LT to buy "off-the-peg" vehicles unsuited to London operation and their in-house overhaul procedures. The decade ended with the loss of LT''s Country Area buses and Green Line coaches to the National Bus Company.Photographer Jim Blake began photographing London''s buses towards ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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There Are 101 Things to Find in London - Campbell Books

Come on a trip around London town with this colourful search and find book!There Are 101 Things to Find in London is sure to keep tiny tourists entertained, with over 101 things to spot. From a double-decker bus to marching guards at Buckingham Palace. . . and even a pesky thief stealing the crown jewels!With bright and friendly illustrations from Marion Billet, this fun-packed book brings the bustling city to life, with busy scenes of Westminster, the West End, the South Bank and more.Developed for children aged three plus, There Are 101 Things to Find in London is presented in a large, durable board book, with extra early learning prompts and activities. Making this a book to return to again and again!Part of the bestselling Campbell Books London range with Busy London, My First London Touch and Find and many more.

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Last Night in London - Karen White

New York Times bestselling author Karen White weaves a captivating story of friendship, love, and betrayal that moves between war-torn London during the Blitz and the present day. London, 1939. Beautiful and ambitious Eva Harlow and her American best friend, Precious Dubose, are trying to make their way as fashion models. When Eva falls in love with Graham St. John, an aristocrat and Royal Air Force pilot, she can’t believe her luck—she’s getting everything she ever wanted. Then the Blitz devastates her world, and Eva finds herself slipping into a web of intrigue, spies, and secrets. As Eva struggles to protect her friendship with Precious and everything she holds dear, all it takes is one unwary moment to change their lives forever… London, 2019. American journalist Maddie Warner, whose life has been marked by the tragic loss of her mother, travels to London to interview Precious about her life in pre-WWII London. Maddie has been careful to close herself off to others, but in Precious she recognizes someone whose grief rivals her own—but unlike Maddie, Precious hasn’t allowed it to crush her. Maddie finds herself drawn to both Precious and to Colin, her enigmatic surrogate nephew. As Maddie gets closer ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Made in London - Leah Hyslop

From Tudor oyster pedlars and Victorian pie and mash shops, to the supper clubs and street food scene flourishing today, Britain''s capital has always been a tantalising draw for those who live to eat. In Made in London, Londoner Leah Hyslop offers a joyful celebration of the city and its food, past and present. The book features recipes invented in the city; such as the 18th century treat Chelsea buns (a favourite of King George II) and Omelette Arnold Bennett, created for the famous writer while staying at the Savoy Hotel. Alongside these are new, exciting dishes, inspired by the Leah’s eating adventures around the capital: such as a mouthwatering Pimm’s and lemon curd trifle, an unusual goat’s cheese and cherry tart and an easy twist on Indian restaurant Dishoom’s iconic bacon naan, one of the best brunches in London. Interspersed with the recipes are short, entertaining histories and profiles about London’s food scene, including the tale of the 18th century ''gin craze''; a profile of the East End’s most beloved greasy spoon; and why Scotch eggs might have actually been invented in a London department store! Short shopping guides, lifting the lid on such pressing gastronomic questions as where ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Taylor in London - DK Travel

London: it’s a stand-out city, right? Ask any Taylor Swift fan and they’re sure to say yes. Taylor’s popped up across various London neighbourhoods over the years – and she performed a record-breaking eight times here on her 2024 tour. It’s safe to say the city has captured her heart on more than one occasion.So while most travel guides will take you to Buckingham Palace or the Tower of London, this one introduces you to the places that every fan needs to visit. Like the pub that features in that song, the studio Taylor recorded at, the kebab shop she ate in (and featured in a music video). From long walks on leafy Hampstead Heath to vintage shopping trips along Portobello Road, there’s more to discover than the stadiums on the Eras tour (though they''re worth visiting too).Perfect as a gift or a personal keepsake, this guide will delight anyone who’s ever wished to get a little closer to their favourite singer’s world. If you’re a die-hard fan, this is your must-have companion for exploring London in a whole new way.

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111 Places for Kids in London That You Shouldn't Miss - Alicia Edwards

Covering all 32 London boroughs, this book offers an eclectic mix of fun facts with unique things to do with kids; leading you to rediscover London.London offers a plethora of fun, interesting things for locals and visitors to do. Aside from the obvious tourist attractions, did you know there’s a man stuck in a clock? Or that dancing on a certain grave can make a beautiful tune? Do you know the best place for making sandcastles along the Thames? Or where to have breakfast with real London bus drivers? Have you ever seen the talking cat? Covering all 32 boroughs of inner and outer London, this book offers an eclectic mix of fun facts with unique things to do; leading you to rediscover London. You may have walked down the same street a hundred times and never noticed a certain something. This book will tell you why it’s there and that just around the corner there is something great for kids! The book will introduce children to art, history, science and much more, which will inspire them and create great family talking points all whilst making invaluable memories. So, whether you are an ‘inny’ or an ‘outy’ Londoner, or visitor ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Handel in London - Jane Glover

''How refreshing, to read a book about music written for a music lover and not a musicologist. In clear, lucid, entertaining prose, Jane Glover makes those of us who lack musical literacy better understand and appreciate Handel’s divinity.'' - Donna Leon, author of Handel''s Bestiary and the Inspector Brunetti mysteries.Handel in London tells the story of a young German composer who in 1712, followed his princely master to London and would remain there for the rest of his life. That master would become King George II and the composer was George Frideric Handel.Handel, then still only twenty-seven and largely self-taught, would be at the heart of musical activity in London for the next four decades, composing masterpiece after masterpiece, whether the glorious coronation anthem, Zadok the Priest, operas such as Giulio Cesare, Rinaldo and Alcina or the great oratorios, culminating, of course, in Messiah. Here, Jane Glover, who has conducted Handel’s work in opera houses and concert halls throughout the world, draws on her profound understanding of music and musicians to tell Handel’s story. It is a story of music-making and musicianship, of practices and practicalities, but also of courts and cabals, of theatrical rivalries and of eighteenth-century society. It ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Handel in London - Jane Glover

'How refreshing, to read a book about music written for a music lover and not a musicologist. In clear, lucid, entertaining prose, Jane Glover makes those of us who lack musical literacy better understand and appreciate Handel’s divinity' – Donna Leon, author of Handel's Bestiary and the Inspector Brunetti mysteriesHandel in London is the profound exploration of the life and legacy of the self-taught musical prodigy, George Frideric Handel. From his modest beginnings in Germany to his meteoric rise in the heart of Georgian London, Handel's life was as melodious as his compositions.Handel, only twenty-seven, would travel to London and be at the heart of musical activity in the city for the next four decades, composing masterpiece after masterpiece, including the glorious coronation anthem, Zadok the Priest, operas such as Giulio Cesare, Rinaldo and Alcina or the great oratorios, culminating, of course, in Messiah.Jane Glover, who has conducted Handel's work in opera houses and concert halls across the globe, draws on her profound understanding of music and musicians to tell Handel’s story. It is a story of music-making and musicianship, of practices and practicalities, but also of courts and cabals, of theatrical rivalries and eighteenth-century society. It is also the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A Walk in London - Rubbino Salvatore

A wide-eyed girl and her mother explore London''s busy streets and towering views in this child-friendly tribute to an incomparable city.London – the perfect place for a girl and her mother to spend the day! Follow them as they board the classic red bus and begin a whirlwind tour of some of London’s most iconic landmarks. Try to climb the awe-inspiring lions at Trafalgar Square, take in the ritualistic Changing of the Guard, experience the whispering gallery at St Paul’s and – if you’re lucky – you may even spot the Queen! In this paean to Britain''s bright and bustling capital city, Salvatore Rubbino''s fresh, lively paintings and breezy text capture the delight of a young visitor experiencing the wonders of London first-hand. And of course, what’s London without a little rain?

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Cruickshank’s London: A Portrait of a City in 13 Walks - Dan Cruickshank

''The perfect guide to the hidden history of London''s streets.'' BBC History MagazineIn Cruickshank''s London, Britain''s favourite architectural historian describes thirteen walks through one of the greatest cities on earth. From the mysterious Anglo-Saxon origins of Hampstead Heath, via Christopher Wren''s magisterial City churches, to the industrial bustle of Victorian Bermondsey, each walk explores a crucial moment in our history - and reveals how it helped forge the modern city. Along the way, Cruickshank peppers the book with vivid photographs, sketches and maps, so you can immediately follow in his footsteps.Every street in London contains a story. This book invites you to hear them.___''An inspiringly illustrated guide to walks across London . . . It proves how much we can miss if we don''t pay close attention to our surroundings.'' Country Life''All power to Cruickshank and his intrepid and knowledgeable kind. We need them.'' Times Literary Supplement

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Can You Find The King in London? - Marion Billet

Can you find the King in London? Lift the felt flaps to help look for him and meet some other well-known London characters along the way! With soft felt flaps on every spread that are easy for babies to lift, this adorable book, with colourful illustrations from Marion Billet, is the perfect gift for little tourists.Featuring an array of London icons, including Buckingham Palace, the Pearly King and Queen, and a big red postbox!Look out for more London Books from Marion Billet: Poppy the Pigeon''s London Home, Busy London, My First London Bus and many more!

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Flying Colors: Third Stage:Live In London (2x CD + DVD) - CD-DVD (0810020502343)

Hudební CD - Flying Colors a jejich živé album „Third Stage: Live In London” z roku 2019. Flying Colors a jejich živé album „Third Stage: Live In London” z roku 2019. Rok vydání : 2019 (live) Seznam stop CD 1 Blue Ocean / A Place In Your World / The Loss Inside / More / Kayla / Geronimo / You Are Not Alone / Forever In A Daze / Love Letter CD 2 Peaceful Harbor / Crawl / Infinite Fire / The Storm / Cosmic Symphony / Mask Machine DVD Blue Ocean / A Place In Your World / The Loss Inside / More / Kayla / Geronimo / You Are Not Alone / Forever In A Daze / Love Letter / Peaceful Harbor / Crawl / Infinite Fire / Cosmic Symphony / The Storm / Mask Machine

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No Name in the Street - James Baldwin

In this deeply personal book, Baldwin reflects on the experiences that shaped him as a writer and activist: from his childhood in Harlem to the deaths Martin Luther King and Malcolm X. Exploring the visceral reality of life in the American South as well as Baldwin’s impressions of London, Paris and Hamburg, No Name in the Street grapples with the failed promises of global liberation movements in fearless, candid prose. Timeless, tender and profound, Baldwin’s searing narrative contains the multiplicities of what it means to be Black in America and, indeed, around the world.

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Another Man in the Street - Phillips Caryl

The powerful and evocative story of a young West Indian man''s search for home in 1960s London - by the multi-award-winning author dubbed ''one of the literary giants of our time'' (New York Times)**A Guardian book to look forward to in 2025**‘A masterful stylist writing at the top of his powers’ Anthony Joseph‘An engrossing, artfully constructed chronicle of lives tragically unfulfilled’ Mail on Sunday‘A remarkable achievement’ Washington Post‘A moving, accomplished study of the vulnerabilities carried and concealed by human beings on their journeys throughout the world’ Financial Times____________________________________________In the early Sixties, Victor ‘Lucky’ Johnson arrives in London from St Kitts, with dreams of becoming a journalist. Lucky soon finds work first at an Irish pub in Notting Hill – then as a rent collector for an unscrupulous slum landlord Peter Feldman.Shadowing Lucky from his early struggles in London to the present day, Caryl Phillips paints a striking portrait of a flawed but vividly alive man grappling with the lifelong disillusionments of exile – and the uniquely complicated identity of the Windrush generation.Another Man in the Street is an unforgettable story of loss, displacement, belonging, and the triumph of Black resilience - epic in scope and yet profoundly intimate; and a ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Mr. Men in London - Adam Hargreaves

Join the Mr Men and the Little Miss as they travel by Tube, bus and boat on a very busy tour of London!The Mr Men are in London and everyone is very excited! Mr Busy is taking them on a tour of the sights, including Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London. But will they get into a tangle on the tube and what will Mr Snooty make of it all?Mr Men and Little Miss Celebrations introduce children to all the exciting occasions that people celebrate including birthdays, Christmas, Halloween, Easter, sporting events … and even a trip to the moon.

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Earthquakes in London - Mike Bartlett

It''s Cabaret, we''ve got our heads down and we''re dancing and drinking as fast as we can. The enemy is on its way, but this time it doesn''t have guns and gas it has storms and earthquakes, fire and brimstone.... You were the glimmer. At the end of the tunnel. And you went out.Earthquakes in London is a fast and furious metropolitan crash of people, scenes and decades, as three sisters attempt to navigate their dislocated lives and loves, while their dysfunctional father, a brilliant scientist, predicts global catastrophe. The play deals, through amplified theatricality, with a range of contemporary issues from population growth to climate change.An all-pervasive fear of the future and a guilty pleasure in the excesses of the present drive Mike Bartlett''s epic rollercoaster of a play from 1968 to 2525 and back again.Earthquakes in London first published in 2010 and has subsequently become a much-produced and widely studied drama text. It is published here as a Student Edition alongside commentary and notes by Bridget Escolme.The ancillary material is geared at students and includes:- an introduction outlining the play''s plot, character, themes context and performance history- the full text of the play- a chronology of the playwright''s ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Madeline In London - Ludwig Bemelmans

'In an old house in Paris that was covered in vineslived twelve little girls in two straight lines...'Pepito lives next door to Madeline and her friends. When he movesto London, he pines for the twelve little girls terribly. So MissClavel and her charges pay him a visit in London...and come homewith a new friend!

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Ashleigh & Burwood London Katalytická lampa LIFE IN BLOOM - ORANGE

Malá skleněná katalytická lampa IN BLOOM ORANGE, velikost 8,5 cm x 12 cm, vykládaná zlatavě oranžovou mozaikou.

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Ashleigh & Burwood London Katalytická lampa LIFE IN BLOOM - PINK

Malá skleněná katalytická lampa IN BLOOM PINK, velikost 8,5 cm x 12 cm, vykládaná rubínově červenou mozaikou.

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Ashleigh & Burwood London Katalytická lampa LIFE IN BLOOM - GREY

Malá skleněná katalytická lampa IN BLOOM CORAL, velikost 8,5 cm x 12 cm, vykládaná šedou mozaikou.

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Ashleigh & Burwood London Katalytická lampa LIFE IN BLOOM - CORAL

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