A Curious Guide to London by Simon Leyland (Hardcover, 2014)

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An alternative guide to the weird and wonderful history of our capital city. From petticoat duels and lucky cats to the Stiffs Express, Lord Nelson's spare nose, the Piccadilly earthquake and the Great Beer Flood of 1814, A Curious Guide to London takes you on a captivating, wildly entertaining tour of the city you think you know, unearthing the capital's secrets and commemorating its rich, colourful and unusual history. Brimming with tales of London's forgotten past, its strangest traditions and its most eccentric inhabitants, this book celebrates the unique, the unusual and the unknown. Perfect for tourists, day-trippers, commuters and the millions of people who call London home, this alternative guidebook will make you look at the city in a whole new light.

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PublisherTransWorld LTD
ISBN-139780593073230
eBay Product ID (ePID)200732868

Product Key Features

Book TitleA Curious Guide to London
AuthorSimon Leyland
FormatHardcover
LanguageEnglish
TopicLocal History, Travel Writing
Publication Year2014
Number of Pages240 Pages

Dimensions

Item Height204mm
Item Width135mm
Item Weight314g

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Title_AuthorSimon Leyland
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom

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  • The book is filled with fascinating tidb...

    The book is filled with fascinating tidbits and trivia about London, including historical anecdotes, forgotten stories, and curious landmarks. It's a treasure trove for people who enjoy discovering hidden gems about the city. Quite easy to read.

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  • very interesting read.

    Great book, great company

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  • A curious guide to London

    The book is informative funny and interesting telling you about things you never knew about London

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  • Well worth reading

    A very interesting and informative book.

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