The History of London

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Besant, Walter, 1836-1901

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The History of London" by Walter Besant is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the rich and complex history of London, documenting its evolution from ancient times through the eras of Roman, Saxon, and Norman rule. Through detailed narratives and analysis, it aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the city's foundational events, key figures, and significant developments. The opening of the text delves into the legendary origins of London, tracing its foundation to Brutus, a survivor of the Trojan War, and focusing on key historical interpretations surrounding its early settlements. It discusses geographical factors that influenced the city's growth, such as its rivers and topography, which provided strategic advantages. Besant underscores the importance of archaeological discoveries and historical documents in reconstructing the past, advocating for a methodical examination of London's physical landscape to better grasp its historical context. Through this lens, the narrative sets the stage for a deeper exploration of London's societal, political, and architectural transformations throughout the ages. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 70.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2009-02-04