Secret Greenwich by David C Ramzan
Greenwich's position on the River Thames has drawn many people to this fascinating area of south-east London over the years. This book delves into the history of Greenwich, detailing intriguing and lesser-known facts associated with many of its famous landmarks and intriguing sites. Topics covered include royal localities and the little-told stories behind them; green spaces including gardens, parks and graveyards; underground tunnels, caves and hideaways; residents of Greenwich noted for their heroics or villainy; river traders upon which Greenwich's maritime and trading enterprises depended; and its sporting heritage, including the origins of sports that evolved and were first established in Greenwich.Secret Greenwich, by local historian David C. Ramzan, contains many colourful stories to enliven these little-known facts about Greenwich.
David C. Ramzan studied local history as an Undergraduate at the University of Oxford, and has written and illustrated a series of books on topics including football, pirates and cookery, as well as researching the history and heritage of his local area, Greenwich, London. A self-employed graphic designer, illustrator and artist, he also worked in special educational needs and has written several historical publications and articles for magazines and periodicals, subjects which include local, maritime and football history; piracy, smuggling and Victorian crime.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781445675107 |
| ISBN 10 | 1445675102 |
| Title | Secret Greenwich |
| Author | David C Ramzan |
| Series | Secret |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Amberley Publishing |
| Year published | 2017-10-15 |
| Number of pages | 96 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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