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Ludgate Hill, Past And Present: A Narrative Concerning The People, Places, Legends, And Changes Of The Great London Highway (1892)

Ludgate Hill, Past And Present: A Narrative Concerning The People, Places, Legends, And Changes Of The Great London Highway (1892)

Treloar, William Purdie

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Adventurers & ExplorersFiction AnthologiesRegional: Middle Atlantic

ISBN10: 1165531046
ISBN13: 9781165531042
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 150
Weight: 0.46
Height: 0.32 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Ludgate Hill, Past And Present is a historical narrative written by William Purdie Treloar in 1892. The book provides a comprehensive account of the people, places, legends, and changes that have occurred along the famous London highway, Ludgate Hill. The author takes readers on a journey through time, exploring the rich history of the area from its earliest days to the present. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of Ludgate Hill's history, including its origins as a Roman road, its role in the medieval period as a major thoroughfare, and its transformation during the Victorian era. The author also delves into the lives of notable figures who lived and worked in the area, such as William Shakespeare and Samuel Johnson. Throughout the book, Treloar provides vivid descriptions of the architecture, landmarks, and streetscapes that make up Ludgate Hill, as well as the changes that have occurred over time. He also includes fascinating anecdotes and legends associated with the area, such as the story of the ghost of the Fleet River and the tale of the Ludgate Hill dragon. Overall, Ludgate Hill, Past And Present is a fascinating historical account that offers readers a glimpse into the rich and varied history of one of London's most famous highways. It is a must-read for anyone interested in London's history, architecture, and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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