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Книги Leyland Simon
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From petticoat duels and lucky cats to the Stiffs Express, Lord Nelson's spare nose, the Piccadilly earthquake and the Great Beer Flood of 1814, A Curious Guide to London takes you on a captivating, wildly entertaining tour of the city, unearthing the capital's secrets and celebrating its rich and colourful history. Brimming with tales about the city's forgotten past, its strangest traditions and its most eccentric inhabitants, this quirky compendium commemorates the unique, the unusual and the unknown. Perfect for tourists, day-trippers, commuters and the millions of people who call London home, this book will make you look at the city in a whole new light. |
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