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London Night and Day, 1951 Old House Books

London Night and Day, 1951 By Old House Books

London Night and Day, 1951 by Old House Books


$18,99
Condition - Very Good
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Summary

Suitable for lovers of London and of design, this book guides the reader around 1950s London, from morning walk to evening visit to a Turkish bath and late-night taxi home, including many stately homes and restaurants.

London Night and Day, 1951 Summary

London Night and Day, 1951: A Guide to Where the Other Books Don't Take You by Old House Books

Illustrated by Osbert Lancaster, according to the Guardian 'one of the great English comic artists of the twentieth century', this is an unmissable treasure for lovers of London and of design. Arranged by hour of the day, it guides the reader around 1950s London, from morning walk to evening visit to a Turkish bath and late-night taxi home, including many stately homes and restaurants.

Table of Contents

Introduction /7am. the history of London /8am. walks, river trips, country houses /9am. shopping /10am. MPs to potters /11am. building industries to visit /12 noon. a walk /1pm. where to eat /2pm. museums and art galleries /3pm. cricket, golf and other sports /4pm. cafes /5pm. ceremonial fixtures and special events /6pm. pubs /7pm. places of entertainment /8pm. dinner out /9pm. newspapers and oratory /10pm. time to turn in /11pm. night club time /12 midnight. night thoughts /1am. city walk /2am. open all night, restaurants and shops /3am. lesser known streets /4am. a Turkish bath/ 5am. fish: a market /6am. chips: more markets /Open on Sundays.

Additional information

GOR006827602
9781908402936
1908402938
London Night and Day, 1951: A Guide to Where the Other Books Don't Take You by Old House Books
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
20140810
104
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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