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ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vintage] Softcover Describes London from the time of the Druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs. This title includes chapters on the history of silence and the history of light, the history of childhood and the history of suicide, the history of Cockney speech and the history of drink. Num Pages: 848 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; HBJD1; HBTB; JFSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 154 x 54. Weight in Grams: 1162. . 2001. paperback. . . . . [Galway, GY, Ireland] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vintage Publishing, London] Softcover Paperback. A masterpiece- London- A Biography is the culmination and distillation of Peter Ackroyd's lifelong obsession with the history and topography of London. Vividly anecdotal and brilliantly original.Much of Peter Ackroyd's work has been concerned with the life and past of London but here, as a culmination, is his definitive account of the city. For him it is a living organism, with its own laws of growth and change, so London is a biography rather than a history. It differs from other histories, too, in the range and diversity of its contents. Ackroyd portrays London from the time of the Druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs, but this is not a simple chronological record. There are chapters on the history of silence and the history of light, the history of childhood and the history of suicide, the history of Cockney speech and the history of drink.London is perhaps the most important study of the city ever written, and confirms Ackroyd's status as what one critic has called 'our age's greatest London imagination.' Describes London from the time of the Druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs. This title includes chapters on the history of silence and the history of light, the history of childhood and the history of suicide, the history of ...
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vintage Publishing, London] Softcover Paperback. A masterpiece- London- A Biography is the culmination and distillation of Peter Ackroyd's lifelong obsession with the history and topography of London. Vividly anecdotal and brilliantly original.Much of Peter Ackroyd's work has been concerned with the life and past of London but here, as a culmination, is his definitive account of the city. For him it is a living organism, with its own laws of growth and change, so London is a biography rather than a history. It differs from other histories, too, in the range and diversity of its contents. Ackroyd portrays London from the time of the Druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs, but this is not a simple chronological record. There are chapters on the history of silence and the history of light, the history of childhood and the history of suicide, the history of Cockney speech and the history of drink.London is perhaps the most important study of the city ever written, and confirms Ackroyd's status as what one critic has called 'our age's greatest London imagination.' Describes London from the time of the Druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs. This title includes chapters on the history of silence and the history of light, the history of childhood and the history of suicide, the history of ...
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vintage Publishing, London] Softcover Paperback. A masterpiece- London- A Biography is the culmination and distillation of Peter Ackroyd's lifelong obsession with the history and topography of London. Vividly anecdotal and brilliantly original.Much of Peter Ackroyd's work has been concerned with the life and past of London but here, as a culmination, is his definitive account of the city. For him it is a living organism, with its own laws of growth and change, so London is a biography rather than a history. It differs from other histories, too, in the range and diversity of its contents. Ackroyd portrays London from the time of the Druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs, but this is not a simple chronological record. There are chapters on the history of silence and the history of light, the history of childhood and the history of suicide, the history of Cockney speech and the history of drink.London is perhaps the most important study of the city ever written, and confirms Ackroyd's status as what one critic has called 'our age's greatest London imagination.' Describes London from the time of the Druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs. This title includes chapters on the history of silence and the history of light, the history of childhood and the history of suicide, the history of ...
Ackroyd's masterpiece contains a lifetime of reading and reserach, but this huge book is light and airy and playful. He leads us on a journey both historical and geographical, but also imaginative. Every street, alley and courtyard has a story, and Ackroyd brings it to life for us. Date: 2001. Vintage ISBN 0099422581 9780099422587 [CA]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vintage, London] Softcover 822p. A softcover book in fine condition. The text is clean and the binding tight. Includes four sections of black and white and colored illustrations. [Dayton, OH, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2001]
London: Vintage, Date: 2001. Paperback. 822p. A softcover book in fine condition. The text is clean and the binding tight. Includes four sections of black and white and colored illustrations. 2001. Vintage ISBN 0099422581 9780099422587 [US]
Date: 2000. Paperback. Good. Traces of creases on the cover. Stains on the edge. Edition 2000. Ammareal gives back up to 15% of this item's net price to charity organizations. 2000. ISBN 0099422581 9780099422587 [FR]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Random House] Softcover Traces de pliures sur la couverture. Salissures sur la tranche. Edition 2000. Ammareal reverse jusqu'à 15% du prix net de cet article à des organisations caritatives. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION Book Condition: Used, Good. Traces of creases on the cover. Stains on the edge. Edition 2000. Ammareal gives back up to 15% of this item's net price to charity organizations. [Morangis, France] [Publication Year: 2000]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Random House] Softcover Traces de pliures sur la couverture. Salissures sur la tranche. Edition 2000. Ammareal reverse jusqu'à 15% du prix net de cet article à des organisations caritatives. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION Book Condition: Used, Good. Traces of creases on the cover. Stains on the edge. Edition 2000. Ammareal gives back up to 15% of this item's net price to charity organizations. [Morangis, France] [Publication Year: 2000]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vintage (Random House), London] Softcover 1.1 kg; XXIV, 824 pages, illustrated with 3 maps, 4 sections of either black-and-white or colour plates have reproductions of artworks and documents, in original colour illustrated paperback binding. Includes a chronology, an essay on sources, and an index. There are several reading creases in the spine, otherwise the book has no damage. "Nothing can quite match the huge strange echo chambers of life stories, folk tales, and urban myths conjured up in Peter Ackroyd's epic vision of his native city. Sparkling, witty scholarship is constantly transformed into smoky mystical street history, with dark ignited meditations on fog, fire, sewage, suicide and civic resurrection" -- Richard Holmes -- rear panel blurb. Size: Trade Paperback. Text body is clean, and free from previous owner annotation, underlining and highlighting. Please refer to accompanying picture (s). Illustrator: Photographic. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: History; England; Sociology & Culture. ISBN: 0099422581. ISBN/EAN: 9780099422587. Inventory No: 0261317. [Melbourne, VIC, Australia] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vintage, London] Softcover Describes London from the time of the Druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs. This title includes chapters on the history of silence and the history of light, the history of childhood and the history of suici. [Greven, Germany] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vinage] Softcover Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages. [Gloucester, GLOS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2008]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vinage] Softcover Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages. [Gloucester, GLOS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2008]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vinage] Softcover Stain to closed edge and open edge of pages; tanning to page edges, creasing to cover; damage to corners. Shipped from the UK within 2 business days of order being placed. [Streat, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2008]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vintage, London] Softcover Describes London from the time of the Druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs. This title includes chapters on the history of silence and the history of light, the history of childhood and the history of suici. [Greven, Germany] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Penguin Random House] Softcover First Edition Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. [Dunfermline, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Penguin Random House] Softcover First Edition Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. [Reno, NV, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Random House] Softcover Befriedigend/Good: Durchschnittlich erhaltenes Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit Gebrauchsspuren, aber vollständigen Seiten. / Describes the average WORN book or dust jacket that has all the pages present. [Berlin, Germany] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vintage] Softcover Vintage softcover. Good overall condition. Shipped within two working days from the U/K. Images available on request [suffolk, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vintage, London] Softcover Great copy. Presents as unread, inspection however reveals a light crease on the spine (see pictures). All our books at the moment are reduced so the price you see reflects our 33% sale. ***STRIKE UPDATE*** Due to Royal Mail strike action there are delays within their service so for customers within the UK I can send by courier. If you would prefer this option, just drop me a line and I'll get you a quote. If this is intended as a gift, please email first and I can gift wrap for no extra charge. If you would like special delivery but don't see an option for it, just email first and I'll obtain a quote. If you have any questions, require more information or if you would like more pictures, do not hesitate to get in touch. 2023 [Loanhead, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vintage] Softcover First Edition Very nice clean copy. One owner from new. [Chelwood Gate, SUSSE, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vintage] Softcover 2001 reprint. Cover differs to stock image; actual book shown. Crease to corner of front cover. [Cambridge, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Random House] Softcover Befriedigend/Good: Durchschnittlich erhaltenes Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit Gebrauchsspuren, aber vollständigen Seiten. / Describes the average WORN book or dust jacket that has all the pages present. [Berlin, Germany] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vintage Books] Softcover Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 2.25 [Phoenix, AZ, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vintage / Random House, London] Softcover A softcover UK edition of Peter Ackroyd's history of the great English capital, which has been acclaimed as THE book about London. From the earliest days with Caesar's first expedition to Britain in 54 BC, to the turn of the twenty-first century, this work carries the reader through the rich and varied life of the city. Chock full of b&w and color photos, paintings and drawings, along with maps and a chronology. Indexed. --- In stiff wraps with multiple color images to covers. --- An excellent copy: tightly-bound and sturdy, though with mild tanning to leaves.; Tall Octavo - 9 to 10 in. tall; xxiii, 822 pages [Littleton, CO, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vintage] Softcover Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. [Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vintage] Softcover Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. [Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Vintage] Softcover Cover differs from the one shown. Book is in very good condition. All pages are intact and unmarked. [Doncaster, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: Random House] Softcover une dà dicace sur la 1à re garde. [LA BAZOCHE GOUET, France] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: London : Vintage] Softcover Very good paperback copy; edges somewhat slightly dust-dulled and nicked. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description; xxiii, 822 p. : ill., facsims, maps, ports.; 24 cm. Subject; London (England) Social conditions. 1 Kg. [New York, NY, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: London : Vintage] Softcover First Edition Near fine paperback copy; wrapper edges very slightly dulled. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Physical description: xxiii, 822 p., 32p. of plates : ill., facsims., maps, ports.; 24 cm. Notes: Includes index. Subjects: London (England) History. London (England) Civilization. Genre: History. Language: English. 1 Kg. [New York, NY, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 0099422581, ISBN13: 9780099422587, [publisher: London : Vintage] Softcover First Edition Near fine paperback copy; wrapper edges very slightly dulled. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Physical description: xxiii, 822 p., 32p. of plates : ill., facsims., maps, ports.; 24 cm. Notes: Includes index. Subjects: London (England) History. London (England) Civilization. Genre: History. Language: English. 1 Kg. [Galway, Ireland] [Publication Year: 2001]
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