London by Jim Pipe
One of the worlds greatest cities comes to life in this engaging little book. London: A Very Peculiar History(tm) takes a tour of iconic eras and landmarks, while also presenting lesser-known attractions and trivia. Youll find curious recipes for cockney delicacies, descriptions of "lost buildings," and lists of royal residences, famous markets, classic film scenes, and more. Humorous cartoon-style illustrations with amusing captions and speech bubbles round out this irresistible London visit.
Jim Pipe has a degree in Ancient and Modern History from Oxford University. He has written over 100 children's titles, including history, graphic novels, and fantasy books.
Illustrator Maria Taylor lives in Plymouth, Devon, England, where she lectures in illustration at Plymouth College of Art. She has also illustrated books for Penguin.
Illustrator Maria Taylor lives in Plymouth, Devon, England, where she lectures in illustration at Plymouth College of Art. She has also illustrated books for Penguin.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781907184260 |
| ISBN 10 | 1907184260 |
| Title | London |
| Author | Jim Pipe |
| Series | Very Peculiar History |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Salariya Book Company Ltd |
| Year published | 2010-03-01 |
| Number of pages | 192 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |