Thames Mudlarking
Searching for London's Lost Treasures
1st Edition
Published on 18. February 2021
96 pages
978-1-78442-430-5 (ISBN)
Description
A beautifully illustrated introduction to mudlarking which tells the incredible, forgotten history of London through objects found on the foreshore of the River Thames.
Often seen combing the shoreline of the River Thames at low tide, groups of archaeology enthusiasts known as 'mudlarks' continue a tradition that dates back to the eighteenth century. Over the years they have found a vast array of historical artefacts providing glimpses into the city's past. Objects lost or discarded centuries ago - from ancient river offerings such as the Battersea Shield and Waterloo Helmet, to seventeenth-century trade tokens and even medals for bravery - have been discovered in the river.
This book explores a fascinating assortment of finds from prehistoric to modern times, which collectively tell the rich and illustrious story of London and its inhabitants - illustrated with and array of photographs taken of the items in situ in the mud and gravel of the Thames estuary, at the same time both gritty and glimmering.
Often seen combing the shoreline of the River Thames at low tide, groups of archaeology enthusiasts known as 'mudlarks' continue a tradition that dates back to the eighteenth century. Over the years they have found a vast array of historical artefacts providing glimpses into the city's past. Objects lost or discarded centuries ago - from ancient river offerings such as the Battersea Shield and Waterloo Helmet, to seventeenth-century trade tokens and even medals for bravery - have been discovered in the river.
This book explores a fascinating assortment of finds from prehistoric to modern times, which collectively tell the rich and illustrious story of London and its inhabitants - illustrated with and array of photographs taken of the items in situ in the mud and gravel of the Thames estuary, at the same time both gritty and glimmering.
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Series
Edition
1. Auflage
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Illustrations
Full colour photographs throughout
ISBN-13
978-1-78442-430-5 (9781784424305)
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02/2021
Shire Publications
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Persons
Originally from the United States, Jason Sandy is an architect and developer who moved to London in 2007. He discovered mudlarking in 2012 and has contributed to many articles and books on mudlarking, as well as lecturing, appearing on national television, and having an active presence on social media.
Based in London, Nick Stevens is a professional photographer and a member of the exclusive Society of Thames Mudlarks. He appeared in all three seasons of History Channel's Mud Men and co-founded the Thames Museum Trust, which aims to establish a museum around mudlarking finds.
Based in London, Nick Stevens is a professional photographer and a member of the exclusive Society of Thames Mudlarks. He appeared in all three seasons of History Channel's Mud Men and co-founded the Thames Museum Trust, which aims to establish a museum around mudlarking finds.
Content
Introduction: Mudlarking
Megalodons, Woolly Rhinos and Flint Tools
Rituals and Votive Offerings
Vanity and Sex
Zoomorphic Art and Viking Attacks
Pilgrims, Knights and Betrayal
Opulence and Witchcraft
War, Fire and Love
Death and Decadence
Empire and Invention
Keep Calm and Carry On
Eternal River
Liquid History
Places to Visit
Further Reading
Index
Megalodons, Woolly Rhinos and Flint Tools
Rituals and Votive Offerings
Vanity and Sex
Zoomorphic Art and Viking Attacks
Pilgrims, Knights and Betrayal
Opulence and Witchcraft
War, Fire and Love
Death and Decadence
Empire and Invention
Keep Calm and Carry On
Eternal River
Liquid History
Places to Visit
Further Reading
Index
