Smith, a journalist for London's Channel 4 News, has written a jaunty tale of London's history from the point of view of its underground structures. His travels among palace foundations and through culverts and tunnels built for water, sewer, train, and cable, and the rich history of the uses they've served make for a fun and fascinating read. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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About the Author:
Stephen Smith works for Channel 4 news and writes regularly for the LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS
Review:
“A treat for rabid Anglophiles with a taste for the offbeat and off–the–beaten–path.” -- Kirkus Reviews
“Highly entertaining tour of British civilization, viewed from below ground level.” -- Kirkus Reviews
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- PublisherLittle Brown Uk
- Publication date2005
- ISBN 10 0316861340
- ISBN 13 9780316861342
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages400
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