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The London Pub 1900-1960 - Hoxton Mini Press

Without its pubs, London just wouldn''t be London. They are the backbone and the heart - not to mention the liver - of our city. This collection of vintage photographs is a glorious reminder of the pre-pandemic joys of jostling at the bar whilst also showcasing the classic design of the traditional pub, from large lounges to secretive backrooms and smoky bars. Celebrating the bartenders, musicians, gamblers and chancers that congregate to get one more round in, these uplifting images show us tipsy Londoners at their best - revelling in community, friendship and the art of letting loose.

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An Opinionated Guide to London Architecture - Hoxton Mini Press

Two expert writers, Sujata Burman and Rosa Bertoli, have joined forces with architectural photographer Taran Wilkhu to create an unashamedly confident guide to the must-see buildings in London, spanning all the architectural styles: from Art Deco to postmodern, brutalist to futuristic. Over 50 buildings are included alongside four maps with guided city walks.

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An Opinionated Guide to London - Hoxton Mini Press

This book is like a finely reduced sauce. It takes the best of our guides to the capital and tells you where to go and what to do in this vast, multicultural, chaotic city. London has pockets of wilderness complete with open air swimming and free-roaming deer; art galleries and museums full of masterpieces; restaurants serving some of the most exciting food in the world; history dating back centuries; parades of interesting indie shops; hundreds (no, thousands) of pubs and plenty to entertain overly energetic kids. Overwhelmed? Don''t be. All you need to know is in this handy pocket-sized and proudly opinionated guide. This is part of a series of opinionated guides which offer insider''s advice on what to do and see in cities around the world.

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New Photography of the Cat. - Hoxton Mini Press

This anthology celebrates the remarkable beauty of our feline companions. Deliberately striking, the photographs in this exquisitely bound book emphasise modern, innovative perspectives - showcasing fresh, unexpected projects from both renowned and emerging photographers around the world. Moving beyond the traditional, sometimes predictable shots of cats lounging on windowsills or in laps, these images reimagine cats in a new light, whether captured in studio settings, on location or using surprisingly abstract techniques. This book contains the work of over 20 established photographers from around the world.

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An Opinionated Guide to Berlin - Hoxton Mini Press

With a radical metamorphosis seemingly every decade, the city of Berlin has lived through Weimar hedonism and fascist dictatorship, been divided by the Iron Curtain and momentously reunited to become Europe''s buzzing creative epicentre. The home of Bauhaus and a frenetic melting pot for brutalism and punk, Berlin is the original anti-establishment provocateur to which artists and misfits gravitated. It may no longer be ''poor but sexy'', but get past the gruff ''Berliner Schnauze'' attitude and you''ll discover a progressive art scene, superb international eateries and streets thrumming with history. This is part of a growing series of opinionated guides which offer no-nonsense insider''s advice on what to do and see in cities around the world.

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A Very Vintage Christmas - Hoxton Mini Press

A late-Victorian family gather for a charmingly awkward photo around their turkey feast. Women in glamorous fur coats stroke hosiery in a 1950s department store. A little boy opens a wooden rifle under a tree. There are some things about Christmas past that feel a world away. But there are others that aren''t so different after all: lovers swap gifts, children build gingerbread houses and a family ends the day rosy-cheeked and full of cheer. This photographic celebration of Christmas from yesteryear is amusing, surprising but ultimately heartwarming, reminding us of what works best at this time of year: the timeless joy of being together

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Flower. - Hoxton Mini Press

Both beautiful and unusual, the images in this exquisitely bound book capture the freshest contemporary photography of flora from both famous and lesser-known photographers from around the world. Although enchanting, the pictures move us away from traditional and sometimes predictable images of gardens, wildflowers and tropical plants. This beautifully bound book makes a perfect gift and shows flowers in a new light, whether shot in the studio, on location or using surprisingly abstract techniques. This book contains the work of over 20 established photographers from around the world and text from renowned writer, Lucy Davies.

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This Pleasant Land - Hoxton Mini Press

This is an anthology of photographs that reimagine the British landscape as it is today. Celebrating the enduring beauty of our sceptred isle while documenting the reality of its changing climate, from eroded shorelines and sublime moors to industrial farmlands and abandoned villages, the images in this exquisitely bound book are shot using a variety of techniques - some experimental - that trace the variety of landforms, habitats, waterways and architecture in Britain. Far away from traditional images of landscapes, these photographers present Britain in a new and compelling light.

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An Opinionated Guide to East London (Third Edition) - Sonya Barber

Hoxton Mini Press have made a name for themselves as a publisher that celebrates the creative and colourful character of east London. This is the third edition of their unashamedly biased, deeply opinionated (and very popular) guide to the area. With 20 new suggestions of where to eat, sleep, shop and drink this pocket-sized companion is the ultimate guide to the ever-changing face of east London, filled with beautiful photography, pithy reviews, a perfect weekend itinerary and a neighbourhood map showing where all of the places are located. It''s a must for east London locals and first-time visitors alike.

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An Opinionated Guide to Vegan London: Third Edition - Emmy Watts

This is the third edition of Hoxton Mini Press'' unashamedly biased, deeply opinionated (and very popular) guide to Vegan London. With over 15 new suggestions of brilliant new ethical eateries (and some places that have fallen out of flavour taken out), this pocket-sized companion that is a must for anyone that cares about the planet as much as their taste buds. From smash burgers to superfood bowls, fine dining to cheese mongers, it''s clear that veganism has come of age. And we should all be thankful, not just the cows.

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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 no longer considered a crime if it took place between adults in private. This did not end violence, discrimination and prejudice, but it at least curbed official persecution. Some Men in London is a testament to queer life and its thriving, joyous subculture – a subculture without which the 1960s would have been immeasurably impoverished.

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The Good Pub Guide 2019 - Fiona Stapley

Britain''s bestselling travel guide for over 30 years and the only truly independent guide of its kind.***Featured in the Guardian, the Times and Mail Online and on BBC Radio 4***The 37th edition of this much-loved book is as irreplaceable as ever. Organised county by county, its yearly updates and reader recommendations ensure that only the best pubs make the grade. Here you will not only find a fantastic range of countryside havens, bustling inns and riverside retreats, but also a growing number of gastropubs and pubs specialising in malt whiskey and craft beers.Discover the top pubs in each county for beer, food and accommodation, and find out the winners of the coveted titles of Pub of the Year and landlord of the Year. Packed with hidden gems, The Good Pub Guide continues to provide a wealth of honest, entertaining and up-to-date information on the countries drinking establishments.

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I Survived the Galveston Hurricane, 1900 (I Survived #21)

More than a century later, the Galveston Hurricane of 1900 is still America''s deadliest disaster. Lauren Tarshis''s story of one child surviving the horrible event churns with page-turning action and bold hope.The city of Galveston, Texas, was booming. Perched on an island off the southern coast of Texas, Galveston had been founded in the 1830s. By 1900, it was Texas''s richest and most important city. Boats loaded up with American cotton and wheat steamed from Galveston to countries around the world. Arriving ships were crowded with immigrants. The streets, paved with crushed oyster shells, sparkled like they''d been sprinkled with diamonds.True, this glittering city was prone to flooding. But just a few years before, a weather forecaster had said the idea of a hurricane striking Galveston was absurd.So when a storm started brewing on September 8, 1900, no one believed it would be any worse than previous storms. They gathered on the beach to cheer on the wild waves. But what started as entertainment soon turned into a nightmare as those wild waves crashed into the city. By morning, hundreds of homes were destroyed. Eight thousand people were dead. The city had all but disappeared,In this thrilling installment of Lauren Tarshis''s New York Times bestselling I Survived series, one child finds safety only to head back into the treacherous waters to make sure his neighbors are safe.

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Poor Artists - Gabrielle de la Puente, Zarina Muhammad, The White Pube

SHORTLISTED FOR THE GORDON BURN PRIZESHORTLISTED FOR THE BREAD AND ROSES AWARD FOR RADICAL PUBLISHING 'Irreverent, provocative and funny' Dazed'This book might change the way you look at art, or change the way you feel it' Daisy Hildyard'A full-throated defence of the inherent value of making, experiencing and talking about art' Frieze'Let me stay there, let me paint. Let me go to bed when the sun comes up. I don't want life to sharpen me.'Why make art? Faced with a capitalist system that has turned art into artwork and creative expression into cut-throat competition, why do so many artists try anyway?In this eye-opening journey through the bizarre world of contemporary art, criticism duo The White Pube tell the story of art like never before. Poor Artists follows aspiring artist Quest Talukdar through childhood obsessions, art school lessons and her professional debut. In surreal encounters with other artists, Quest learns profound truths about money and power, and must decide whether she cares more about success or staying true to herself. Blending imaginative storytelling with dialogue from anonymized interviews with real people in the art world who have all had to wrestle with the same decisions – including a Turner Prize winner or two, a few ghosts, a Venice Biennale fraudster and a communist messiah – Poor Artists is a powerful testimony to the emotional, existential and financial experience of artists today.

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A Pub For All Seasons - Adrian Tierney-Jones

A FINANCIAL TIMES BEST DRINK BOOKS OF THE YEAR 2024''The book follows the seasons, and does a smart job of being elegiac and a little magical without trying to deny modernity'' Financial Times''A poetic meditation on the public house ... an appreciation of what makes a pub great'' Spectator, Drinks Books of the Year"A splendid book, ruminative, delightful and as full of good cheer as the best pub." Mail on Sunday"A genial ramble of a book ... a paean to the pub and its crucial role in community life." Country LifeEver since he was old enough to enjoy them, award-winning journalist and beer-expert Adrian Tierney-Jones has been visiting and drinking in pubs all over the country.As the world opened up post-Covid and we were all finally able to return to our locals, Adrian''s love for this British institution burned even brighter and he promised himself he would travel around the UK in search of the best pub he could find.The story of one man through the year and his travels to all corners of the country, A Pub For All Seasons follows Adrian as he visits far-flung corners of the country. From mellow, gentle pubs in autumn and dim, cosy spots in winter to bright, lively bars in spring and wondrous, buzzing gardens in summer, Adrian speaks to locals and landlords, hears unique sounds and stories, and samples food, drink and atmosphere. He watches the wild and beautiful similarities, differences between pubs, and notices how they all shift, tonally, throughout the year.And what started as a simple quest to find a nice place to sit and drink, ends up revealing to Adrian so much more: the secret to what truly makes the perfect British local across the four seasons."A hymn to the unique charms of the British pub ... Elegiac, moving and as satisfying as a cool pint of Harvey''s Best on a hot Summer''s day." Henry Jeffreys"Adrian Tierney-Jones doesn''t just visit pubs - he inhabits them and gives them a voice, allowing them to tell us how they act as the cornerstones of culture and community." Pete Brown"Profound, personal and powerful." Beer Insider

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The London Noisy Book - Campbell Books

It''s time to visit London – what a noisy city! Watch out for the beeping double-decker buses. Mind the gap on the tube and hear Big Ben chime the hour. Find out who''s roaring at the Natural History Museum and listen to the monkeys chitter chatter at ZSL London Zoo. Finish off the day with a royal visit to Buckingham Palace: remember to look out for the naughty crown jewel thief on every page! The London Noisy Book has ten sounds to listen to, including a genuine Big Ben chime and “mind the gap” recording. Young children will love pressing the noises as they discover the sights in this hustling, bustling book about London. With tons of detail and things to spot, this beautifully illustrated sound book by Marion Billet is a must-have for toddlers visiting noisy London Town!Collect more London titles for little tourists: My First London Bus, My First London Taxi, and Hello! London.

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The Reinvention of Britain 1960-2016 - Scott Newton

The Reinvention of Britain 1960–2016 explores the transformation of contemporary Britain, tracing its evolution from the welfare state of the post-1945 era to social democracy in the 1960s and 1970s and the liberal market society of 1979 onwards. Focusing primarily on political and economic change, it aims to identify which elements of State policy led to the crucial strategy changes that shaped British history over the past six decades.This book argues that since 1960 there have been two reinventions of the political economy of the United Kingdom: a social-democratic shift initiated by the Conservative government of Harold Macmillan and developed by Labour under Harold Wilson, and a subsequent change of direction towards a free market model attempted by the Conservatives under Margaret Thatcher. Structured around these two key policy reinventions of the late twentieth century, chapters are organized chronologically, from the development of social democracy in the early 1960s to the coalition government of the early 2010s, the Conservative election win that followed and the ‘Brexit’ referendum of 2016.Providing a comprehensive yet accessible introduction to the political and economic history of this period, The Reinvention of Britain 1960–2016 is essential reading for all students of contemporary British history.

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The London Year - Yolanda Zappaterra, Sarah Guy

Discover London like never before with The London Year, your month-by-month guide to 200 of the city’s most exciting, unusual and unforgettable events.This book reveals the hidden gems and headline happenings that make London one of the world’s most dynamic cities. Whether you’re a curious local, a student, a frequent visitor, or a family coming to London for the very first time, this guide offers a fresh perspective on the capital’s cultural calendar, highlighting key dates and attractions across art, culture, history, nature, education, sport, food and drink.You will discover:Hidden gems locals love – from steel pan competitions to sheep racing at Lambeth County ShowSeasonal highlights like Richmond Park’s rhododendron bloomExtraordinary experiences – including overnight stays at London ZooA perfect day out for every month of the yearOne-off events and unusual opening hours you won’t want to missFascinating historical details behind London’s traditions and festivalsActivities for all ages and interestsDon’t just visit London, experience it. Unlock the city’s most exciting events and start planning your year of discovery today with The London Year.

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The London Eye Mystery - Siobhan Dowd

''A whip-smart puzzle with unforgettable characters'' Robin Stevens, bestselling author of Murder Most Unladylike''Compulsive Reading'' Independent''Thoroughly gripping'' Sunday TelegraphA story about family, self-belief and bravery, The London Eye Mystery is a brilliantly inventive crime-caper perfect for fans of Enola Holmes, High-Rise Mystery and A Kind of Spark.11.32 a.m. Ted and his sister Kat watch their cousin Salim get on board the London Eye. The pod rises from the ground, high above the city. 12.02 p.m. The pod lands and the doors open. Everyone exits - everyone but Salim. Has he spontaneously combusted? (Ted''s theory.) Has he been kidnapped? (Aunt Gloria''s theory.) Is he even still alive? (The family''s unspoken fear.)Ted doesn''t see the world like most people he knows and is sure that with his "unique operating system" of a brain he can uncover the truth about Salim''s disappearance.So, teaming up with Kat, Ted sets out to do just that - following a trail of clues across London. But with time ticking dangerously by, can Ted solve the mystery before it''s too late?A multiple award-winning novel with over 150k copies sold in the UK alone, The London Eye Mystery is a true modern classic that''s not to be missed - now featuring an introduction from Robin Stevens.Don''t miss Ted''s second detective adventure, The Guggenheim Mystery!

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All Aboard the London Bus - Patricia Toht

This delightful rhyming picture book follows a family as they explore London, one of the world's most famous capital cities!Come! Board the London Bus and see the London sights with us. At any time, hop off, explore! Then climb back on, and ride some more… As a family of four spend a day exploring London, fun, child-friendly poems introduce readers to our wonderful capital city, and all its secrets. Well-known landmarks like Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the London Eye, plus inescapable features like rain and taking tea, all get Patty Toht's witty treatment. Non-fiction facts provide more information about the poetry subjects, while rising star Sam Usher brings them to life with his signature style and humour. This gorgeous celebration of London will be loved by both tourists and those who call the city home.

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The London Bookshop Affair - Fein Louise

From the bestselling author of Daughter of the Reich, an historical drama set in London about a bookshop involved in an espionage network."An utterly atmospheric and completely compelling read!” —Julia Kelly, international bestselling author of The Lost English GirlTwo courageous women. One astonishing secret. A world on the brink of war.London, 1962: The world is teetering on the brink of nuclear war but life must go on. Celia Duchesne longs for a career, but with no means or qualifications, passes her time working at a dusty bookshop. The day a handsome American enters the shop, she thinks she might have found her way out of the monotony. Just as the excitement of a budding relationship engulfs her, a devastating secret draws her into the murky world of espionage.France, 1942: Nineteen-year-old Anya Moreau was dropped behind enemy lines to aid the resistance, sending messages back home to London via wireless transmitter. When she was cruelly betrayed, evidence of her legacy and the truth of her actions were buried by wartime injustices.As Celia learns more about Anya—and her unexpected connection to the undercover agent—she becomes increasingly aware of furious efforts, both past and present, to protect state secrets. With her newly formed romance taking a surprising turn and the world on the verge of nuclear annihilation, Celia must risk everything she holds dear, in the name of justice.Propulsive and illuminating, The London Bookshop Affair is a gripping story of secrets and love, inspired by true events and figures of the Cold War.

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London to Walsingham Camino - The Pilgrimage Guide - Andy Bull

A pilgrim path that offers a wonderful long-distance route, on footpaths and quiet lanes, across the glorious east of England.London to Walsingham Camino guidebook is a full colour guide to walking the re-established pilgrimage route from the Church of St Magnus the Martyr, with its shrine to Our Lady of Walsingham to the Anglican and Catholic shrines at Walsingham in Norfolk. The experience of walking the route is described in this illustrated book with the step by step walking directions and gpx files being downloaded from the Trailblazer website.The whole 177.8 mile pilgrimage could be accomplished by a fit walker in a fortnight or less. But maybe you want to walk for fewer miles each day, or just at weekends, or on odd days when you have the time and energy. This guide caters for multiple approaches.Walsingham was England’s Nazareth. A fantastical tale brought pilgrims – kings, queens, and commoners alike – to Walsingham in the Middle Ages. In 1061 a Walsingham noblewoman, Lady Richeldis de Faverches, had a vision in which the Virgin Mary transported her soul to Nazareth and showed her the house where the Holy Family once lived, and in which the Annunciation of Archangel Gabriel, foretelling Jesus’s birth, occurred. She was told to build a replica of the house in Walsingham, and did so. The Holy House, initially a simple wooden structure, later richly decorated with gold and precious jewels, became a shrine and attracted pilgrims to Walsingham from all over Europe. Numerous kings travelled as pilgrims to Walsingham.Walsingham was by far the most important pilgrim shrine in England until Henry VIII outlawed pilgrimage and the veneration of saints in 1538. It was much more popular than Canterbury. Not only that: in the whole of the Christian world it was eclipsed by just three other places: Jerusalem, Rome, and Santiago de Compostela. Those places have enjoyed an unbroken tradition of pilgrimage and veneration stretching back a millennium or more. Not Walsingham. It reverted to being just a village in Norfolk once the pilgrims stopped coming. The road from London ceased to be the most important route in England, and faded into obscurity.For 400 years, no pilgrims walked to Walsingham. Since the 1930s, when both Catholic and Anglican shrines were re-established here, Walsingham has undergone a revival. It draws around 300,000 pilgrims each year, but hardly any of them walk much more than the final Holy Mile, and only a few church and other groups trace the full route from London.The London to Walsingham Camino guidebook is part of an attempt to change that: to re-establish a walking route which, while being as true to the original way as possible, takes account of the modern realities on the ground. A pilgrim path that offers a wonderful long-distance route, on footpaths and quiet lanes, across the glorious east of England. A truly pleasurable and uplifting walking experience.

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African-Americans and Non-Agricultural Labor in the South 1865-1900 - Donald G. Nieman

This is Volume 4 of 12 of a series on the African American Life in Post-Emancipation South, 1861 to 1900.The essays included explore the non agricultural dimension of African-American economic life in the decades following emancipation.

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The Pocket Discover London

Whether you''re planning to visit iconic landmarks like the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace and the London Eye, or want to wander the city’s charming neighbourhoods and discover hidden gems, The Pocket London is your go-to guide.From must-see cultural highlights including world-class museums and art galleries, to essential experiences like a West End show or afternoon tea at The Ritz, this pocket-sized fountain of knowledge will show you exactly what to see and do to experience London to its fullest.With recommendations for couples, families and solo travellers alike, and a run-down of seasonal events, there are tailored suggestions to make every visit magical. Immerse yourself in London’s rich history, art and culture – and don’t miss a thing!Gemini PocketsFrom little guides to soothe your soul to all-access passes to the lives of pop icons, and from quizzes and puzzles for literature lovers to books on food, nature, fashion and more, Gemini Pockets are the perfect fit for your life and interests.

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The London Mapguide (8th Edition) - Michael Middleditch

A completely revised edition of the bestselling London streetmapMichael Middleditch has revised and updated his hugely successful London Mapguide—first published in 1983 and now in its eighth edition. Streets and sights are mapped and named, and there is a full index so that it can be used like the London A-Z. In addition, famous landmarks, places of entertainment etc are indicated on the maps. This edition has a brand-new spread on London architecture, and the Stratford Olympic area is fully incorporated into the book.At 72 pages of full-color maps this is the perfect book for every tourist and city-dweller.

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Contrast - Photography on the London Underground - Luke Agbaimoni

There are currently 272 London Underground, 113 Overground and 45 Docklands Light Railway stations. Luke Agbaimoni has been slowly attempting to capture visual moments at each one. In his previous books, Tube Mapper Project photographer Luke Agbaimoni has described the London Underground as a living and breathing museum of the old and the new. As a result, the theme of contrast became the next logical choice for the focus of his camera lens, and this latest book is the result. Here, he explores what makes the underground stand out, with the contrast of sights and sounds as we travel through the city. Timeless hallway, modern architecture, old and new features everywhere. This collection of photography embraces the juxtaposition of the extreme variety of visual experiences that you can encounter navigating the London Underground network, broken up into chapters that delve into Night vs Day, Underground vs Overground, Straight Lines vs Curves, Short Exposure vs Long, and Futuristic vs Classic.

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The Leaping Hare Nature Almanac - Leaping Hare Press

Embrace the blooming benefits of nature, mindfulness and eco-therapy in this stunning month-by-month nature almanac that will lift your heart, mind, body and self. Strikingly designed, lovingly crafted and filled with nature affirmations, activities and reflections, this gorgeous book will help you connect to the seasons, be empowered by eco-spirituality, and be mindful of nature all year long. Each page shares an eco-insight for nature connection, and the yearlong structure means that activities are tailored for the natural seasonal rhythms which guide us through winter, spring, summer and fall. Pick out the month and rest your mind’s eye on the pages ahead. Discover seasonal affirmations, nature rituals, recipes, eco-reflections and growing tips for nature connection, mindfulness and empowerment in this earthy guide to creating daily eco-aware habits. Standing at 288 pages, this book is filled with ideas for finding fresh inspiration every day in nature to help you live your most mindful life! Reflections, practices and actions in this lush book include: Practical ways to connect with nature, from growing flowers and vegetables to making knotweed preserve, Mindful reflections including tuning into the beauty of birdsong, Star-gazing practices as meditative practices, As well as nature meditations and visualizations to connect spiritually with the natural world. From the hearts and minds of the Leaping Hare Press collective and featuring soothing illustrations by @madebyralu, The Leaping Hare Nature Almanac is your definitive guide to mindfully connecting to nature all year round. Discover even more empowering spiritual practices aligned with the seasons in The Leaping Hare Wellness Almanac.

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London Labour and the London Poor - Henry Mayhew

With an Introduction by Rosemary O''Day.London Labour and the London Poor is a masterpiece of personal inquiry and social observation. It is the classic account of life below the margins in the greatest Metropolis in the world and a compelling portrait of the habits, tastes, amusements, appearance, speech, humour, earnings and opinions of the labouring poor at the time of the Great Exhibition.In scope, depth and detail it remains unrivalled. Mayhew takes us into the abyss, into a world without fixed employment where skills are declining and insecurity mounting, a world of criminality, pauperism and vice, of unorthodox personal relations and fluid families, a world from which regularity is absent and prosperity has departed. Making sense of this environment required curiosity, imagination and a novelist''s eye for detail, and Henry Mayhew possessed all three.No previous writer had succeeded in presenting the poor through their own stories and in their own words, and in this undertaking Mayhew rivals his contemporary Dickens. ''To pass from one to the other'', writes one authority,'' is to cross sides of the same street''.

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The Complete Catalogue of the Mini - Chris Rees

The original Mini was offered in hundreds of variants during its extraordinarily long, 40-year production run. First there were the standard Austin Seven and Morris Mini-Minor saloon, van, pick-up and estate versions. Then came a whole family of Mini-Coopers, the upmarket Wolseley and Riley models, the Moke and the Clubman. It went on from there until there were dozens of models and special editions around the globe, and individual countries applying their own modifications to the Mini. All of these are covered in The Complete Catalogue of the Mini, with photographs, descriptions, specifications, performance figures, and production dates and numbers. Whether you want to look up or identify a particular Mini or simply absorb the enormous range and variety of the Mini's incarnations, this, never attempted before, is the book.

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Guide to the Cotswolds Pub Walks - Nigel Vile

Discover the beautiful countryside in the Cotswolds with this guide to some of the best walks in the area. The 20 circular routes vary in length from 3 to 61/2 miles and are centred on a broad variety of pubs, all recommended for their good food and warm welcome.

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The London Underworld in the Victorian Period: v. 1 - Henry Mayhew

The first and possibly the greatest sociological study of poverty in 19th-century London. Mayhew and his collaborators explored hundreds of miles of London streets in the 1840s and 1850s, gathering thousands of pages of testimony from the city''s humblest residents. A classic reference source for sociologists, historians, and criminologists.

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iSaprio On The Moon 10 pro iPhone 13 mini (otmoon10-TPU3-i13m)

Kryt na mobil - pro Apple iPhone 13 mini, materiál TPU, měkký, výřezy pro konektory a tlačítka Chraňte váš telefon před poškozením s pomocí ochranného krytu iSaprio On The Moon 10 pro iPhone 13 mini. Jedná se o zadní kryt, který je svým precizním provedením pojistkou solidní odolnosti. Povrch je příjemný a nebude vám klouzat z rukou. Jisté je, že u tohoto krytu na mobil iSaprio zůstane zachován přístup k nabíjecímu portu i k dalším tlačítkům nezbytným pro bezstarostné užívání mobilního telefonu. Ochranný kryt je měkký a proto je jeho nasazení otázkou pár vteřin. Kryt na mobil pro Apple iPhone 13 mini zajistí vašemu telefonu ochranu. Zásadní přednosti ochranného krytu na mobil iSaprio On The Moon 10 pro iPhone 13 mini Zaručená ochrana telefonu Apple iPhone 13 mini Pružnost zaručuje velmi jednoduchou instalaci krytu Ochranný kryt iSaprio obsahuje otvory pro ovládací prvky a konektory Materiál krytu: TPU Jeho barva je motiv

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iSaprio The Pug pro Huawei P9 Lite Mini (pug-TPU2-P9Lm)

Kryt na mobil - pro Huawei P9 Lite Mini, materiál TPU, měkký, výřezy pro konektory a tlačítka Chraňte svůj mobilní telefon před poškozením pomocí ochranného krytu iSaprio The Pug pro Huawei P9 Lite Mini. Jedná se o zadní ochranný kryt, který je svým precizním provedením zárukou odolnosti. Povrch je příjemný na dotek a výborně se drží. Samozřejmostí je, že u tohoto krytu na mobil iSaprio nebude zakryt přístup k nabíjení i k ovládacím prvkům nutným pro snadné užívání telefonu. Kryt je pružný, díky čemuž je jeho nandání bezproblémové. Kryt na mobil pro Huawei P9 Lite Mini zaručí vašemu telefonu ochranu. Významné parametry ochranného krytu na mobil iSaprio The Pug pro Huawei P9 Lite Mini Skvělá ochrana mobilního telefonu Huawei P9 Lite Mini Měkkost má na starosti snadné nasazení krytu Ochranný kryt iSaprio disponuje otvory pro ovládací prvky a konektory Materiál krytu: TPU Jeho barva je motiv

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iSaprio On The Moon 10 pro iPhone 12 mini (otmoon10-TPU3-i12m)

Kryt na mobil - pro Apple iPhone 12 mini, materiál TPU, měkký, výřezy pro konektory a tlačítka Ochraňte svůj mobilní telefon před poškozením díky ochrannému krytu iSaprio On The Moon 10 pro iPhone 12 mini. Jde o zadní kryt, který je svým provedením spolehlivou zárukou velmi vysoké odolnosti. Povrch krytu je příjemný na dotek a dobře se drží. Samozřejmostí je, že u tohoto krytu na mobil iSaprio zůstane nezakryt přístup k dobíjecímu portu i tlačítkům nutným pro pohodlné užívání telefonu. Kryt na mobilní telefon je měkký, díky čemuž je jeho nandání velmi jednoduché. Kryt na mobil pro Apple iPhone 12 mini zaručeně ochrání váš telefon před poškozením. Hlavní vlastnosti ochranného krytu na mobil iSaprio On The Moon 10 pro iPhone 12 mini Zaručená ochrana telefonu Apple iPhone 12 mini Měkkost má na starosti snadné nasazení krytu Ochranný kryt iSaprio má otvory pro potřebné konektory a ovládací prvky Materiál: TPU Jeho barva je motiv

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Rollercoasters The London Eye Mystery - Siobhan Dowd

Rollercoasters are novels for Key Stage 3, selected by teachers, consultants and students, that really work in the classroom. The London Eye Mystery is a fast-paced thriller that will keep your students guessing till the very end.

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The London County Council Bomb Damage Maps 1939-1945 - Laurence Ward

The attack on London between 1939 and 1945 is one of the most significant events in the city's modern history, the impact of which can still be seen in its urban and social landscapes. This title includes an introduction to the historical context.

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The London Seance Society - Sarah Penner

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERTHE ENCHANTING NEW NOVEL FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE LOST APOTHECARY''GLORIOUSLY GOTHIC, DELIGHTFULLY ATMOSPHERIC SLICE OF VICTORIANA'' DAILY MAIL''PENNER HAS CRAFTED ANOTHER BLOCKBUSTER NOVEL THAT IS MAGICALLY EVEN BETTER THAN HER DEBUT'' NATALIE JENNERFrom the author of the intoxicating bestseller The Lost Apothecary comes an entrancing exploration of the blurred lines between truth and illusion and the grave risks women take to avenge the ones they love.May mercy be upon the man who finds himself the enemy of a vengeful medium…1873. At an abandoned château on the outskirts of Paris, a dark séance is about to take place, led by acclaimed spiritualist Vaudeline D’Allaire. Known worldwide for her talent in conjuring the spirits of murder victims to ascertain the identities of the people who killed them, she is highly sought after by widows and investigators alike.Lenna Wickes has come to Paris to find answers about her sister’s death, but to do so, she must embrace the unknown and overcome her own logic-driven bias against the occult. When Vaudeline is beckoned to England to solve a high-profile murder, Lenna accompanies her as an understudy. But as the women team up with the powerful men of London’s exclusive Séance Society to solve the mystery, they begin to suspect that they are not merely out to solve a crime, but perhaps entangled in one themselves…A Most Anticipated title by: Good Housekeeping, Washington Post, E! News, Bookpage, CrimeReads, Readers Digest, Popsugar, The EveryGirl, Sunset Magazine and more.''A great choice for fans of historical European settings, the power of women, and the fringes of the paranormal'' Booklist Starred Review''Steeped in suspense, mystery, and illusion'' Nita Prose, #1 New York Times bestseller of The Maid''Breathtaking'' Pam Jenoff''Smart and seductive'' Fiona Davis''An explosive, immersive, time-bomb of a novel'' Laurie Lico Albanese''Mesmerizing, seductive and absolutely irresistible'' Hank Phillippi Ryan''An evocative and delicious read with a mystery that will have you turning pages late into the night'' Madeline Martin''A Victorian whodunit crackling with tension and lavished with ambiance'' Heather WebbA New York Times Bestseller March 2023

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The London Seance Society - Sarah Penner

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERTHE ENCHANTING NEW NOVEL FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE LOST APOTHECARY''GLORIOUSLY GOTHIC, DELIGHTFULLY ATMOSPHERIC SLICE OF VICTORIANA'' DAILY MAIL''PENNER HAS CRAFTED ANOTHER BLOCKBUSTER NOVEL THAT IS MAGICALLY EVEN BETTER THAN HER DEBUT'' NATALIE JENNERFrom the author of the intoxicating bestseller The Lost Apothecary comes an entrancing exploration of the blurred lines between truth and illusion and the grave risks women take to avenge the ones they love.May mercy be upon the man who finds himself the enemy of a vengeful medium…1873. At an abandoned château on the outskirts of Paris, a dark séance is about to take place, led by acclaimed spiritualist Vaudeline D’Allaire. Known worldwide for her talent in conjuring the spirits of murder victims to ascertain the identities of the people who killed them, she is highly sought after by widows and investigators alike.Lenna Wickes has come to Paris to find answers about her sister’s death, but to do so, she must embrace the unknown and overcome her own logic-driven bias against the occult. When Vaudeline is beckoned to England to solve a high-profile murder, Lenna accompanies her as an understudy. But as the women team up with the powerful men of London’s exclusive Séance Society to solve the mystery, they begin to suspect that they are not merely out to solve a crime, but perhaps entangled in one themselves…A Most Anticipated title by: Good Housekeeping, Washington Post, E! News, Bookpage, CrimeReads, Readers Digest, Popsugar, The EveryGirl, Sunset Magazine and more.''A great choice for fans of historical European settings, the power of women, and the fringes of the paranormal'' Booklist Starred Review''Steeped in suspense, mystery, and illusion'' Nita Prose, #1 New York Times bestseller of The Maid''Breathtaking'' Pam Jenoff''Smart and seductive'' Fiona Davis''An explosive, immersive, time-bomb of a novel'' Laurie Lico Albanese''Mesmerizing, seductive and absolutely irresistible'' Hank Phillippi Ryan''An evocative and delicious read with a mystery that will have you turning pages late into the night'' Madeline Martin''A Victorian whodunit crackling with tension and lavished with ambiance'' Heather WebbA New York Times Bestseller March 2023

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The Makeup Artist Handbook - Gretchen Davis, Mindy Hall

Learn first-rate techniques and tips from some of the best makeup artists in the business in the new edition of The Makeup Artist Handbook. Renown makeup pros Gretchen Davis and Mindy Hall bring an impressive set of experience in all areas to the book, including work on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Steve Jobs, The Wolf of Wall Street, Blue Jasmine, Star Trek, Pearl Harbor, HBO’s Looking and many other films and TV shows. This full-color, comprehensive new edition offers brand new photographs and on-the-job examples to demonstrate makeup techniques and fundamentals on topics such as beauty, time periods, black and white photography and up-to-date information on cutting-edge techniques like computer-generated characters, makeup effects, mold-making, air brushing, and plenty of information on how to work effectively on set.

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Into the London Fog - Edith Nesbitová, Sam Selvon, E.F. Benson, Bowen Elizabeth, Violet Hunt, Claude McKay, Charlotte Riddell, Rhoda Broughton, Lettic

As the fog thickens and the smoky dark sweeps across the capital, strange stories emerge from all over the city. A jilted lover returns as a demon to fulfill his revenge in Kensington, and a seance becomes a life and death struggle off Regents Canal. In the borough of Lambeth, stay clear of the Old House in Vauxhall Walk and be careful up in Temple—there’s something not right about the doleful, droning hum of the telegram wires overhead . . . Join Elizabeth Dearnley on this atmospheric tour through the Big Smoke, a city which has long fueled the imagination of writers of the weird and supernormal. Waiting in the shadowy streets are tales from writers such as Charlotte Riddell, Lettie Galbraith, and Violet Hunt, who delight in twisting the urban myths and folk stories of the city into pieces of masterful suspense and intrigue. This collection will feature a map motif and notes before each story, giving readers the real-world context for these hauntings and encounters, and allowing the modern reader to seek out the sites themselves—should they dare.

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My First London Sticker Book - Marion Billet

Complete with a carry handle, My First London Sticker Book is the ideal companion on a trip to London, or for any child to enjoy the excitement of the big city.Packed with activities from colouring to imagining your own exhibit at the Natural History Museum, it promises to keep young children very busy while they find out about London''s landmarks.With over two hundred and fifty stickers, little ones can enjoy completing London scenes, playing matching activities, and decorating the pages as they go. Marion Billet''s spirited scenes feature lively children and lots of detail to spot and talk about.Including illustrations of Buckingham Palace, London Zoo, Tower Bridge and the London Eye, this book will also make a wonderful souvenir to keep.Little tourists can discover more of London with My First London Alphabet, The London Noisy Bus, and The London Noisy Book.

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Busy London - Marion Billet

Push, pull and slide the London scenes to explore the sights of the busy city: turn the London Eye, open and close Tower Bridge, even control the train doors of the London Underground!Busy London is a bright board book with easy-to-use mechanisms that are designed for toddlers. The colourful illustrations are packed with detail and things to spot, making it the perfect introduction to London, and a great way to share memories of a first visit.From Marion Billet, the illustrator of the popular Campbell London series.Collect more London titles for little explorers: My First London Bus, My First London Taxi, and The London Noisy Book.

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Lonely Planet Kids A Kid's Guide to London - Lonely Planet, Lonely Planet Kids

“Impactful”, “Engaging”, “Vibrant” ― School Library Journal“Ticket to independence, creativity and family adventure” ― Parenthood360“Fuel your wanderlust” ― Total Girl Magazine“Guaranteed to have you wishing your grown-up guides were this cool” ― Parenthood360Get ready for an epic adventure like no other with our awesome series of kid''s travel guides featuring the most amazing cities around the world. London, here we come!Did you know that London is home to castles that are more than 900 years old, or that Tower Bridge includes a walkway with a see-through glass floor, or that the city is home to a secret underground river? Ignite curious minds with this fascinating guidebook for children and unlock the magic of London once and for all.Inside A Kid''s Guide to London:The perfect introduction to London for kids Take with you on your travels or make epic discoveries from the comfort of homePacked with wow-factor facts, ''what''s the difference?'' challenges and vibrant photography Reveals ''Secrets of the City'' and spotlights weird, wacky and lesser-known sights (you can even hop aboard a pirate ship!)Insider scoop on how to get around using public transport; places to play; epic views; where and what to eat; a history of the Thames; London''s royal heritage; gardens and outdoor spaces; wildlife in the city; and moreAwesome illustrated maps provide kids with an overview of London''s top sights and neighborhoods Written by Paige Towler, author of children''s books including Mysterious, Marvelous Octopus!; How it Happened: Pizza, Yoga, Animals; and more The ultimate one-stop shop for mini-explorers to learn all about London - plus discover more amazing cities in the series including Paris, Rome and New York City. Let the adventures begin!

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Katie In London - Mayhew James

Come on a magical tour with Katie and discover London''s most famous sights!When Katie and her brother Jack visit London with Grandma, something very unexpected happens . . . One of the Trafalgar Square lions comes to life and takes them on a wonderful tour of all the best sights! Including Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Big Ben and the London Eye.''London comes to life in this magical adventure'' - Independent Featuring many of London''s key landmarks, this storybook has become a bestselling introduction to London, and is perfect for children visiting the city for the first time.

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London's Lost Pubs - Sam Cullen

The humble pub has played a central role in London's history across centuries. Over time, many old favourites have been lost because of the ever-evolving landscape of the city and changing trends and habits. For the first time in print, Sam Cullen looks back at a selection of 200+ London pubs which have closed in the last twenty-five years. Thanks to extensive research taking in newspaper articles, historic books and even conversations with former patrons of these establishments, this book presents some of the most memorable London boozers we've lost in recent years. London’s Lost Pubs leads readers on a borough-by-borough guided tour of the city, visiting everything from the old haunts of Chelsea bohemians and City workers to favourites on legendary London streets from the Old Kent Road to Fleet Street. Each featured pub’s listing includes interesting facts and quirky trivia which will bring a smile to readers’ faces, while also reminding just how much London pubs can reveal about the city’s history. Along the way, readers will encounter pubs which boasted pets, pools and even pythons! The book is also illustrated throughout with both archive and current photos. London’s Lost Pubs is an essential read for fans and scholars of local history as well as honouring and celebrating countless colourful pubs which have played a pivotal role in the city’s life. * ‘A fascinating directory of the all-too-many pubs this city has lost’ - Londonist* ‘Despite the sad subject matter, this story of London pubs now gone is a thoroughly absorbing read. The accounts and anecdotes are wittily told and bring to mind just how varied, diverse and wonderful London pubs are.’ - Jane Jepchote, Chair of London Pubs Group, CAMRA

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Rough Guides City Stories: London Moods - Rough Guides, Joanna Reeves, Rachel Lawrence, Libby Davies, Amy Hopkins

See London through fresh eyes with this original, first-edition gift book. A pocket-sized hardback with a modern design, London Moods is an alternative city handbook, offering a unique lens through which to view what London has to offer.Experience London in a different way, by selecting what youÂ’re in the mood for and picking activities from 10 curated lists, all aligned with that moodAn edit of 108 selections of things to do and places to be, designed to hit the spot whether you are craving high glamour, a view from up high, street buzz or simply a bit of solitudePerfect for Londoners and anyone already familiar with the cityÂ’s geography, this book offers a fun and original way to approach what to do in the capitalA modern, fresh design is echoed by dozens of stylish pictures to bring the selections edit to lifePackaged in a substantial, chic hardback design, with stylish sprayed edgesInclusions range from the perfect place to linger over a solitary coffee to where to get the best sky-high views, feel romantic or immerse yourself in unique London street lifeWritten by expert authors and editors, this is an authoritative curation of ideas, anchored by the Rough Guides narrative voiceThe compact size and easy-to-use format makes it ideal on the ground, as well as for inspirationThe perfect gift for the London-lovers in your lifeFeatures of London Moods - Modern, luxe-feel gift book, with evocative illustrations for all 108 places mentioned - An alternative take on a London travel guide, ideal for Londoners and frequent London visitors - Original text, written and curated by Rough Guides authors and editors

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London Like a Local - Florence Derrick, Olivia Pass, Marlene Landu

Keen to explore a different side of London? Like a Local is the book for you.This isn''t your ordinary travel guide. You won''t find the London Eye or Buckingham Palace in these pages, because that''s not where Londoners hang out. Instead, you''ll meet the locals at hidden record shops, cosy pubs and indie galleries - and that''s where this book takes you. Turn the pages to discover:- The small businesses and community strongholds that add character to this vibrant city, recommended by true locals.-6 themed walking tours dedicated to specific experiences such as street art and brewing history.- A beautiful gift book for anyone seeking to explore London.- Helpful ''what3word'' addresses, so you can pinpoint all the listed sights.- A thoughtfully updated second edition, including new sights to discover.Compiled by three proud Londoners and revised and updated for 2023, this stylish travel guide is packed with London''s best experiences and secret spots, handily categorised to suit your mood and needs.Whether you''re a restless Londoner on the hunt for a new hangout, or a visitor keen to discover a side you won''t find in traditional guidebooks, London Like A Local will give you all the inspiration you need.About Like A Local:These giftable and collectable guides from DK Eyewitness are compiled exclusively by locals. Whether they''re born-and-bred or moved to study and never looked back, our experts shine a light on what it means to be a local: pride for their city, community spirit and local expertise. Like a Local will inspire readers to celebrate the secret as well as the iconic - just like the locals who call the city home.Looking for another guide to London? Explore further with our DK Eyewitness or Top 10 guides to London.

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Sherlock Holmes Escape Book, The: The Adventure of the London Waterworks - O Sacker

An escape room in a book! The reader takes the role of Sherlock and must unravel the mystery of Baskerville Hall, puzzle-by-puzzle and page-by-page.

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Great Railway Journeys: London to Oxford and London to Cambridge - Roger Mason

Great Railway Journeys: London to Oxford and London to Cambridge is the fourth in Roger Mason’s Great Railway Journeys series. It is a fascinating record of things that can be seen from trains running from London to the two great university cities.The London to Oxford line includes Brunel’s wonderful bridge over the Thames at Maidenhead and the Didcot Railway Centre, which is a living museum of the Great Western Railway. Included here is the story of how the author of a world famous book left the manuscript in a café at Reading Station. He had not kept a copy so he went home and wrote it again.The London to Cambridge line includes Mountfitchet Castle, a fabulous copy of the one that stood on the site shortly after the reign of William the Conqueror. There is also the Eleanor Cross at Waltham Cross, erected by Edward I in the 1290s as a tribute to his late wife, Eleanor of Castile.

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Dark London - Dr. Drew Gray

From dark crimes of passion to shocking tales of grave robbing, gruesome murders, dens of iniquity, Victorian séances and haunted houses – not far beneath London’s everyday bustle and glitter there has long been a fascinatingly rich underworld of criminality, superstition, scandal and macabre debauchery.Explore this rich seam of morbid history, case-by-case, with social historian Dr Drew Gray, a specialist in the history of crime and punishment. Who were the London Burkers, for example, whose ringleader confessed to stealing and selling nearly 1,000 dead bodies to keen 1830s anatomists? What was ''The Whitechapel Tragedy'' of 1875, and who was its unfortunate headless victim? Why was there so much public panic about crime in Victorian London, and how did the city’s notoriously rough prisons, courts, workhouses and houses of correction deal with its perpetrators?Dark London brings together the history of the city’s seamier side, picking out the most scandalous, curious and bizarre aspects of London’s shadowy and fascinating underbelly.

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