London: A History in Maps

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By Peter Barber

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London: A History in Maps takes you on a visual journey through the evolution of London from Roman to modern times. Through a collection of historical maps and captivating detail, the author reveals how the city has transformed, reflecting significant political, cultural, and urban changes. It's a fascinating exploration of London's development and its impact on the world.
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You might like this book if you're fascinated by both cartography and the evolution of one of the world's most iconic cities. This historical journey unfolds through a rich tapestry of maps, revealing how London has transformed over centuries. It's perfect for history buffs and map lovers alike, providing a unique perspective on urban development and cultural change.

Over the past 2000 years London has developed from a small town, fitting snugly within its walls, into one of the world's largest and most dynamic cities. This book illustrates and helps to explain the transformation.

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Over the past 2000 years, London has developed from a small town, fitting snugly within its walls, into one of the world's largest and most dynamic cities. London: A History in Maps illustrates and helps to explain this transformation.

Side-by-side with the great, semi-official but sanitised images of the whole city, there are the more utilitarian maps and plans of the parts — actual and envisaged — which perhaps present a more truthful picture. However, the maps and panoramas are far more than topographical records. They all have something unique to say about the concerns, assumptions, ambitions, and prejudices of Londoners at the time they were created.

This book reveals the 'inside story' behind one of the world's greatest cities.

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London: A History in Maps is praised for its captivating and detailed exploration of London's evolution, providing a blend of artistic and informational richness. Reviewers appreciate its balance between the factual history of the city’s development and the visionary plans imagined by past thinkers. The book is noted for its engaging design, thorough analysis of mapping history, and is deemed a valuable resource for a broad range of readers, from general audiences to scholars in historical geography and urban planning.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780712358798

Publisher: British Library Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 September 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: The British Library Publishing Division

Illustration: Over 400 colour illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 311.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 400

Collections

European History History & Archaeology History & Military Non-Fiction Peter Barber

About the Author

Peter Barber is Head of Map Collections at the British Library. His many books include The Map Book (2005) and (with Tom Harper) Magnificent Maps: Power, Propaganda and Art (British Library, 2010).