London: City of Cities

Author: Phil Baker Format: Hardback Number of Pages: 256 City of cities, the modern world's first great metropolis, London has shaped everything from clothing to youth culture. It has a unique place in the world's memory, even as its role has changed from the capital of the planet to its playground, and as its lived history has mutated into heritage industry. In this book, Londoner Phil Baker explores the city's history and the London of today, balancing well-known major events...Read more