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Beschreibung

An all-new collection of London curiosities and secluded hidden gems that dig even deeper into the city’s rich past.

From the alleyways of Soho to the medieval remains of Moorgate, the second book from Sunday Times bestselling author Jack Chesher takes you on a journey through London and its history, showing you its hidden corners.

Explore the fascinating history of the city with the creator of the ever-popular [...]. Have you ever wondered where a notorious Victorian murderer was captured? Or in which backstreet you can find the pub that hid the masterminds behind the Great Train Robbery? Or perhaps which pocket park contains the remains of a great medieval monastery? Have your questions answered and let London: The Hidden Corners reveal the capital’s unique and shadowy mysteries.

throughout and complete with a selection of maps to help you discover your new favourite locations, London: The Hidden Corners promises to bring the city to life for intrepid explorers and local Londoners alike.

Whether you are new to the city or a seasoned traveller, London: The Hidden Corners is a must-have guide for anyone looking to uncover something beyond the familiar. So, in true [...] style, turn the page and get ready to transform the city into the museum you never knew you had.

An all-new collection of London curiosities and secluded hidden gems that dig even deeper into the city’s rich past.

From the alleyways of Soho to the medieval remains of Moorgate, the second book from Sunday Times bestselling author Jack Chesher takes you on a journey through London and its history, showing you its hidden corners.

Explore the fascinating history of the city with the creator of the ever-popular [...]. Have you ever wondered where a notorious Victorian murderer was captured? Or in which backstreet you can find the pub that hid the masterminds behind the Great Train Robbery? Or perhaps which pocket park contains the remains of a great medieval monastery? Have your questions answered and let London: The Hidden Corners reveal the capital’s unique and shadowy mysteries.

throughout and complete with a selection of maps to help you discover your new favourite locations, London: The Hidden Corners promises to bring the city to life for intrepid explorers and local Londoners alike.

Whether you are new to the city or a seasoned traveller, London: The Hidden Corners is a must-have guide for anyone looking to uncover something beyond the familiar. So, in true [...] style, turn the page and get ready to transform the city into the museum you never knew you had.

Über den Autor

Jack Chesher grew up in Essex, and exciting day trips to London have always been part of his life. After graduating from Bristol University, where he studied history, he finally took the plunge and moved to the capital in July 2020. A passion for walking and history inspired him to launch [...] in September 2020, which currently has over 578k followers. Documenting his journey to discovering the city’s fascinating and vibrant past by exploring its streets, he believes London itself is the greatest museum of all.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

I. Alleys, Courtyards and Hidden Pubs
Walk I: Piccadilly Circus Station to Belgravia
II. Room to Breathe and Contemplate
Walk II: Moorgate Station to Mansion House Station
III. Inns of Court
Walk III: Temple Station to City Thameslink Station
IV. Riverside Nooks
Walk IV: London Bridge Station to Wapping
V. Cultural Curiosities
Walk V: Monument Station to Guildhall
General
Index
Index of Postcodes
Biographies

Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2025
Genre: Importe, Kunst
Produktart: Reiseführer
Region: Europa
Rubrik: Reisen
Medium: Buch
ISBN-13: 9780711294981
ISBN-10: 0711294984
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Gebunden
Autor: Chesher, Jack
Illustrator: Fraser, Katharine
Hersteller: Quarto
Ivy Press
Frances Lincoln
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Abbildungen: 90 colour illustrations
Maße: 213 x 163 x 22 mm
Von/Mit: Jack Chesher
Erscheinungsdatum: 08.04.2025
Gewicht: 0,556 kg
Artikel-ID: 131949387

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