The Story of London: From its Earliest Origins to the Present Day
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Stephen Porter (Author)
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From its foundation by the Romans in the middle of the first century and its revival under Alfred the Great in the late ninth century, London grew and flourished. It prospered as a trading city, as well as the centre of government and the foremost economic and cultural force within Britain, and developed a global influence as the capital of a worldwide empire and one of the world's leading cities. Yet its history was punctuated by devastating epidemics and fires, periods of depression as well as prosperity, and dramatic political events. This concise history, illustrated with over sixty colour pictures, traces the fascinating and sometimes turbulent history of Britain's greatest city. 75 Illustrations, unspecified
About the Author
Stephen Porter is an acknowledged expert on London's history. His other books include The Great Plague, London: A History in Paintings & Illustrations and Pepys's London. He was a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries and of the Royal Historical Society. Sadly he passed away before the publication of his work 'Edward III's Faithful Knight'.
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- Contributor: Stephen Porter
- Imprint: Amberley Publishing
- ISBN13: 9781445645858
- Number of Pages: 96
- Packaged Dimensions: 165x234mm
- Packaged Weight: 307
- Format: Paperback
- Publisher: Amberley Publishing
- Release Date: 2016-01-15
- Binding: Paperback / softback
- Biography: Stephen Porter is an acknowledged expert on London's history. His other books include The Great Plague, London: A History in Paintings & Illustrations and Pepys's London. He was a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries and of the Royal Historical Society. Sadly he passed away before the publication of his work 'Edward III's Faithful Knight'.
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