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OverviewIn more than 20 miles of original walks, distinguished historian Andrew Duncan uncovers London's best-kept secrets. From ancient waterways and the vast network of tunnels that weave their way beneath the city's streets to easily missed courtyards and gardens--each walk is full of surprises. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Andrew DuncanPublisher: Interlink Books Imprint: Interlink Books Edition: 5th New Amer New Updtd ed. Dimensions: Width: 15.50cm , Height: 1.70cm , Length: 21.20cm Weight: 0.431kg ISBN: 9781566566360ISBN 10: 1566566363 Pages: 192 Publication Date: 01 January 2009 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Awaiting stock The supplier is currently out of stock of this item. It will be ordered for you and placed on backorder. Once it does come back in stock, we will ship it out for you. Table of ContentsReviewsAndrew Duncan has a feel for the city and a knack of finding (and linking) major sights and forgotten corners which few can match-- Journal of the London Society Secret London uncovers inconspicuous gems and sheds light on the capital's hidden attractions-- The Guardian The essential companion for anyone who has 'done' London and seen Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and other popular tourist sites. London historian, Andrew Duncan, uncovers the city's best-kept secrets and reveals its remarkable history... covers the network of tunnels beneath the city's streets, the seldom-seen rooftop gardens, the remains of Roman structures, hidden parks, alleys and courtyards, wartime shelters, even prison cells. The maps are particularly well done-easy to follow yet detailed.-- Travel Smart """Andrew Duncan has a feel for the city and a knack of finding (and linking) major sights and forgotten corners which few can match"" ""Secret London uncovers inconspicuous gems and sheds light on the capital's hidden attractions"" ""The essential companion for anyone who has 'done' London and seen Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and other popular tourist sites. London historian, Andrew Duncan, uncovers the city's best-kept secrets and reveals its remarkable history... covers the network of tunnels beneath the city's streets, the seldom-seen rooftop gardens, the remains of Roman structures, hidden parks, alleys and courtyards, wartime shelters, even prison cells. The maps are particularly well done-easy to follow yet detailed.""" Andrew Duncan has a feel for the city and a knack of finding (and linking) major sights and forgotten corners which few can match Secret London uncovers inconspicuous gems and sheds light on the capital's hidden attractions The essential companion for anyone who has 'done' London and seen Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and other popular tourist sites. London historian, Andrew Duncan, uncovers the city's best-kept secrets and reveals its remarkable history... covers the network of tunnels beneath the city's streets, the seldom-seen rooftop gardens, the remains of Roman structures, hidden parks, alleys and courtyards, wartime shelters, even prison cells. The maps are particularly well done-easy to follow yet detailed. Author InformationAndrew Duncan is a professional historian and expert on London. He has walked and guided popular tours in London for many years, always combining a love of places with a professional interest in their history. He is the author of numerous books including Walking London and Walking Village London. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |