Nooks and Corners of Old London by Hemstreet and Hemstreet
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About this eBook
| Author | Hemstreet, Charles, 1866- |
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| Author | Hemstreet, Marie Mumford Meinell |
| Illustrator | Roberts, W. J. |
| LoC No. | 10021154 |
| Title | Nooks and Corners of Old London |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Annie R. McGuire. This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print archive. |
| Summary | "Nooks and Corners of Old London" by Charles and Marie Hemstreet is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a guide for those wishing to explore the hidden and quaint aspects of Old London, taking the reader through a curated journey of notable historical sites most often overlooked. The opening of the book introduces readers to various notable locations in London, starting with the church of St. Stephen's, Walbrook, and progressing through a series of historically significant streets and sites. It highlights the stories behind these locations, such as the tower of the Royal Exchange adorned with a gilded grasshopper, the grim history of the Great Fire of 1666, and poignant memories associated with figures like Thomas Hood and John Milton. Through detailed descriptions and engaging anecdotes, the authors evoke the essence of Old London, inviting wanderers to experience its layered history and charm. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | London (England) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40072 |
| Release Date | Jun 27, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 191 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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