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LoC No.: 10021154

Title: Nooks and Corners of Old London

Credits: Produced by Annie R. McGuire. This book was produced from
scanned images of public domain material from the Google
Print archive.

Summary: "Nooks and Corners of Old London" by Charles and Marie Hemstreet is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a guide for those wishing to explore the hidden and quaint aspects of Old London, taking the reader through a curated journey of notable historical sites most often overlooked. The opening of the book introduces readers to various notable locations in London, starting with the church of St. Stephen's, Walbrook, and progressing through a series of historically significant streets and sites. It highlights the stories behind these locations, such as the tower of the Royal Exchange adorned with a gilded grasshopper, the grim history of the Great Fire of 1666, and poignant memories associated with figures like Thomas Hood and John Milton. Through detailed descriptions and engaging anecdotes, the authors evoke the essence of Old London, inviting wanderers to experience its layered history and charm. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Author: Hemstreet, Charles, 1866-

Author: Hemstreet, Marie Mumford Meinell

Illustrator: Roberts, W. J.

EBook No.: 40072

Published: Jun 27, 2012

Downloads: 552

Language: English

Subject: London (England) -- Description and travel

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 10021154

Title: Nooks and Corners of Old London

Credits: Produced by Annie R. McGuire. This book was produced from
scanned images of public domain material from the Google
Print archive.

Summary: "Nooks and Corners of Old London" by Charles and Marie Hemstreet is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a guide for those wishing to explore the hidden and quaint aspects of Old London, taking the reader through a curated journey of notable historical sites most often overlooked. The opening of the book introduces readers to various notable locations in London, starting with the church of St. Stephen's, Walbrook, and progressing through a series of historically significant streets and sites. It highlights the stories behind these locations, such as the tower of the Royal Exchange adorned with a gilded grasshopper, the grim history of the Great Fire of 1666, and poignant memories associated with figures like Thomas Hood and John Milton. Through detailed descriptions and engaging anecdotes, the authors evoke the essence of Old London, inviting wanderers to experience its layered history and charm. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Author: Hemstreet, Charles, 1866-

Author: Hemstreet, Marie Mumford Meinell

Illustrator: Roberts, W. J.

EBook No.: 40072

Published: Jun 27, 2012

Downloads: 552

Language: English

Subject: London (England) -- Description and travel

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.