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London´s Lost Rivers
Paul Talling
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Description for London´s Lost Rivers
Paperback. From the sources of the Fleet in Hampstead's ponds to the mouth of the Effra in Vauxhall, via the meander of the Westbourne through 'Knight's Bridge' and the Tyburn's curve along Marylebone Lane, this title unearths the hidden waterways that flow beneath the streets of London. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; RBKF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 156 x 138 x 14. Weight in Grams: 282.
From the sources of the Fleet in Hampstead's ponds to the mouth of the Effra in Vauxhall, via the meander of the Westbourne through 'Knight's Bridge' and the Tyburn's curve along Marylebone Lane, London's Lost Rivers unearths the hidden waterways that flow beneath the streets of the capital. Paul Talling investigates how these rivers shaped the city - forming borough boundaries and transport networks, fashionable spas and stagnant slums - and how they all eventually gave way to railways, roads and sewers. Armed with his camera, he traces their routes and reveals their often overlooked remains: riverside ... Read more
From the sources of the Fleet in Hampstead's ponds to the mouth of the Effra in Vauxhall, via the meander of the Westbourne through 'Knight's Bridge' and the Tyburn's curve along Marylebone Lane, London's Lost Rivers unearths the hidden waterways that flow beneath the streets of the capital. Paul Talling investigates how these rivers shaped the city - forming borough boundaries and transport networks, fashionable spas and stagnant slums - and how they all eventually gave way to railways, roads and sewers. Armed with his camera, he traces their routes and reveals their often overlooked remains: riverside ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Cornerstone
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
Number of Pages
192
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781847945976
SKU
V9781847945976
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About Paul Talling
Paul Talling has been exploring London's lost an abandoned landmarks for years. His previous book, Derelict London, was a photographic tour of the city's forgotten homes, businesses and cemeteries. Paul's website, www.derelictlondon.com, has received well over a million visitors and won a Yahoo! Finds of the Year award. Originally a music promoter in North London, he now ... Read more
Reviews for London´s Lost Rivers
An amazing book
BBC Radio London Packed with fascinating facts and eye-catching photography
Ham & High
Talling's highly visual, fact-packed, waffle-free account is the freshest take we've yet seen. A must-buy for anyone who enjoys the hidden side of London
Londonist
A fascinating and stylish guide to ... Read more
BBC Radio London Packed with fascinating facts and eye-catching photography
Ham & High
Talling's highly visual, fact-packed, waffle-free account is the freshest take we've yet seen. A must-buy for anyone who enjoys the hidden side of London
Londonist
A fascinating and stylish guide to ... Read more