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London: The Biography
London The Biography
Author: Peter Ackroyd
“This magnificent evocation of all that London has meant down the centuries...I cannot begin to describe the richness with which Ackroyd pursues his theme...A blend of virtuosity and deep affection that is truly bewitching. Ackroyd has performed a noble public service in preserving in these pages so many centuries of marvels, and secrecies...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780385497701
ISBN-10: 0385497709
Publication Date: 10/16/2001
Pages: 832
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Publisher: Nan A. Talese
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback, Audio Cassette, Audio CD
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Ackroyd's bio of London is widely considered to be 'the' book about this spectacular city. The narrative in informative and intimate, breathing life into the history and geography of one of the greatest cities in the pantheon of European cities. A must read for Anglophiles and students of English history!


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