Bizarre London by David Long

Bizarre London by David Long

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Bizarre London by David Long

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 the captivating capital. Learn why London buses are red, the city's cabbie slang, its weirdest wills, and the maddest buildings never built. Take a trip around one of the world's most beloved cities and discover the bizarre history of its pubs, graveyards, tube stations, parks, and palaces--it's London as you've never seen it before.

Bizarre London 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; and London's Most Haunted House.

All of London is here
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ISBN 13 9781628738254
ISBN 10 1628738251
Title Bizarre London
Author David Long
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Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Skyhorse Publishing
Year published 2014-02-04
Number of pages 256
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
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