
Historic England: Central London
Unique Images from the Archives of Historic England
Simon McNeill-Ritchie(Author)
Amberley Publishing
Published on 15. November 2018
Book
Paperback/Softback
96 pages
978-1-4456-8175-7 (ISBN)
Description
This illustrated history portrays the heart of England's capital city. It provides a nostalgic look at Central London's past and highlights the special character of some of its most important historic sites.
The photographs are taken from the Historic England Archive, a unique collection of over 12 million photographs, drawings, plans and documents covering England's archaeology, architecture, social and local history. Pictures date from the earliest days of photography to the present and cover subjects from Bronze Age burials and medieval churches to cinemas and seaside resorts.
The book shows Central London as it once was, from its ancient streets and alleys to its grand churches and commercial buildings. At its heart is the City of Westminster, the centre of government, religion and entertainment, with many theatres, cinemas, cafes, restaurants and pubs, shopping and, most importantly, 1,000 years of history. Around it, the city's centre extends from East London to Southwark, south of the River Thames, and Kensington to the west. This fascinating collection of photographs will help you discover the remarkable history of Central London and witness the changes it has undergone over the past century and more.
The photographs are taken from the Historic England Archive, a unique collection of over 12 million photographs, drawings, plans and documents covering England's archaeology, architecture, social and local history. Pictures date from the earliest days of photography to the present and cover subjects from Bronze Age burials and medieval churches to cinemas and seaside resorts.
The book shows Central London as it once was, from its ancient streets and alleys to its grand churches and commercial buildings. At its heart is the City of Westminster, the centre of government, religion and entertainment, with many theatres, cinemas, cafes, restaurants and pubs, shopping and, most importantly, 1,000 years of history. Around it, the city's centre extends from East London to Southwark, south of the River Thames, and Kensington to the west. This fascinating collection of photographs will help you discover the remarkable history of Central London and witness the changes it has undergone over the past century and more.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Chalford
United Kingdom
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
160 Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 165 mm
Thickness: 8 mm
Weight
299 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4456-8175-7 (9781445681757)
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Persons
Simon has lived for over twenty years in the Battersea area, where he is a popular public speaker on local history. A regular member of the Wandsworth History Society and Deputy Editor of the Historian, he also served until recently on both the London and Middlesex Archaeological Society's Council and Greater London Local History sub-committee. Simon has published two books, a DVD and several articles about aspects of local history in the area. He has an Advanced Diploma in Local History and is currently studying for a PhD in History at the University of Cambridge.