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London : the biography

by Peter Ackroyd

This historical study examines London's thematic evolution from the time of the Druids to the early twenty-first century. It portrays the city as a living organism, tracing how its unique texture and historical development continue to shape the lives of its inhabitants.

Accession 11323 ISBN 1856197166 Publisher Chatto & Windus
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