The "Times" History of London - Hardcover

Hugh Clout

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0723010307 ISBN 13: 9780723010302

Publisher: Times Books, 1999

Synopsis

Arranged in a chronological narrative accompanied by maps, charts, illustrations and photographs, this is a celebration of one of the world's great cities. Its themes are as diverse as they are relevant, covering social and economic conditions, transport and trade, leisure, education and religion. The book traces London's history from the earliest evidence of human settlement over 40,000 years up to the end of the millennium.

About this title

About the Author:

Hugh Clout is a professor emeritus of geography at University College London.

Review:

"The text is brimming with absorbing and comprehensive historical narrative, the most recent archaeological findings, fascinating photographs, and a wealth of statistics and maps. Fully recommended." Now & Then, March 2008 "a lavishly illustrated and totally engrossing look at the history of our capital over the past 2,000 years... a real delight." Ham & High, 25th October 2007

About this edition

• Publisher: Times Books
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0723010307
• ISBN 13: 9780723010302
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 192