London: Or, Interesting Memorials Of Its Rise, Progress, & Present State - Softcover

Sholto Percy

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0371868440 ISBN 13: 9780371868447

Publisher: HardPress, 1823

Synopsis

London: Or, Interesting Memorials Of Its Rise, Progress, & Present State by Sholto Percy offers a comprehensive exploration of London's history, merging scholarly research with captivating engravings. This work chronicles the city from its legendary origins to Roman Londinium, detailing its fortifications, the Saxon and Danish invasions, the Norman conquest, and the rise of London as a commercial hub. It examines the development of Westminster, the Great Charter, and the chartered liberties of the City, along with the annexation of Middlesex. The book also delves into the evolution of London's municipal government, guilds, and social life, highlighting public pageants, trade practices, foreign settlements, and the architectural growth of the capital. Richly illustrated with original cuts and maps, this volume serves as both a historical account and a guide, reflecting the vibrant culture of London as it transformed into a bustling metropolis. Drawing on parliamentary reports, heraldry, and antiquarian sources, the author aims to depict the city through its history and social customs.

Edition details

• Publisher: HardPress
• Publication date: 1823
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0371868440
• ISBN 13: 9780371868447
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 386