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Bizarre London: Discover the Capital's Secrets & Surprises by Professor David Long (Hardback, 2014)

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A charming gift book of the strangest and most intriguing stories of London. A fascinating tour of London's strangest and most intriguing locations. Ranging from architectural evidence of past incidents and stories of life beneath the city, to anecdotes of magic, mystery, and murder, this is a perfect companion for anyone curious about London. It includes: A Museum of Magical Curiosities; The City's Lost Tunnels and Citadels; The Ghost of a She-Wolf; The Bawdy House Riots; The Story of Jack the Stripper ; The Atmospheric Railway; The Thames Ringway Bicycle Race; A Banker Hanged at Newgate; The Crossdressing Highwayman; Bluebottles, Rozzers and Woodentops; The Hidden Statue of a Beaver; The Belgravia of Death ; Whitehall's Licensed Brothel; Pin-Makers, Mole-Takers and Rat Catchers; Drinking in The Bucket of Blood ; London's Most Haunted House. All of London is here!

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Skyhorse Publishing
ISBN-10
1628738251
ISBN-13
9781628738254
eBay Product ID (ePID)
190059109

Product Key Features

Author
Professor David Long
Format
Unsewn / Adhesive Bound,PAPER over Boards,With Dust Jacket, Hardback
Language
English
Topic
Regional History

Additional Product Features

Content Note
Black & White Illustrations
Author Biography
David Long: A writer and journalist for nearly 30 years, David Long is the author of more than a dozen books, mostly on London and with titles reflecting an unquenchable thirst for the quirkier, lesser known aspects of its long history, continually changing streetscape and often eccentric inhabitants. He lives in London, England.
Date of Publication
04/02/2014
Country of Publication
United Kingdom

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