A superbly entertaining A–Z of London, with delightful illustrations by artist Christopher Brown and a foreword by Jasper Conran London is the only city in the world where you could ever find Gilbert and George sharing space with the Gherkin and the Globe. In this beautifully presented and charming book of illustrations you take an alphabetical tour to every aspect of London’s past and present, including personalities, buildings, monuments, legends, historic events and other metropolitan icons. From Dickens, Dr Johnson, Tower Bridge and of course, most importantly, the Sir John Soane's Museum. All London life is here and it’s great fun trying to guess what all the illustrations represent for each letter of the alphabet. It also includes reminiscences of a London childhood by the artist, and also insights into the creation of his charming linocuts It’s an irresistible gift book for all lovers of one of the greatest cities in the world!
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