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London [EPUB ebook]

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Strange laws, heroic deeds, surprising revelations, and quirky stories that have shaped the unique history of Britain’s capital. London’s long history is extraordinarily rich—and whether your interest is political, social, architectural, or historical, you’ll find a variety of topics in this alternative guide to London. Learn about: · Roman ruins · Notorious crimes · Hidden tube stations · The famous London smog · Cockney rhyming slang and much more

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Language English ● Format EPUB ● ISBN 9781446354537 ● Editor The Editors of David & Charles ● Publisher F+W Media ● Published 2012 ● Downloadable 6 times ● Currency EUR ● ID 2391090 ● Copy protection Adobe DRM

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