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OverviewWhere can you find a dog guarding his master's grave for eternity, an Arabian tent of stone commemorating a great explorer or the cemetery that inspired Bram Stoker's Dracula? London's cemeteries are places of peace and tranquillity, but they are also a fascinating barometer of the capital's social history. Intriguing stories of courage, personal triumph and domestic tragedy lie behind the gravestones and mausolea, many of which are masterpieces of commemorative art. Today London's cemeteries are also valued as a habitat for flora and fauna and are great destinations for wildlife lovers. This unique new guide gives a concise history of London's cemeteries from historic churchyards and Victorian creations such as Nunhead and Highgate to modern multifaith cemeteries such as Forest Park. The book includes reviews of over 80 cemeteries, complete with a who's who of famous permanent residents, along with opening times and travel information. Over 70 photographs capture the unique atmosphere of London's cemeteries and there are 10 maps to help the reader explore these wonderful urban spaces. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Darren Beach , Lesley GilmourPublisher: Metro Publications Ltd Imprint: Metro Publications Ltd Edition: 2nd edition Dimensions: Width: 10.50cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 14.80cm Weight: 0.204kg ISBN: 9781902910406ISBN 10: 1902910400 Pages: 256 Publication Date: 15 January 2011 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: No Longer Our Product Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationDarren Beach divides his time between London and Tokyo, and writes for magazines and websites in both cities. He is a former broadcast journalist at BBC Sport and ITV-F1. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |