Peter Ackroyd, acclaimed historian and critic, uncovers Londons hidden past in this richly illustrated journey through its forgotten streets and stories.No city shaped the modern world quite like London a powerhouse of trade, finance and empire, the centre of global influence in the nineteenth century. But beyond the familiar stories of power and politics, its true life played out in the streets, where market traders, music hall crowds and factory workers gave it its vitality, its light and its shadows.Forgotten London uncovers these stories, bringing to life the highs and lows of those who made the city what it was. Covering the transformative years from the Victorian era to the Second World War, this book immerses readers in a side of London often overlooked.The book is also richly illustrated, featuring rare photographs, colourised images and period artwork.With Peter Ackroyds masterful storytelling, this is an unforgettable journey into the citys past. Step into its streets, meet its people and see London as youve never seen it before.

Binding: Hardback;256 pages; Publisher: Quarto Publishing Plc IWUK; Classification: AC; Weight: 1202 g; Dimensions: 198 x 255 x 31

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