London: The Hidden Corners For Curious Wanderers

The Sunday Times Bestseller

Jack Chesher author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Quarto Publishing PLC

Published:17th Apr '25

Should be back in stock very soon

London: The Hidden Corners For Curious Wanderers cover

From the alleyways of Soho to the medieval remains of Moorgate, the new book by Sunday Times bestselling author Jack Chesher takes you on a journey through London and its history, showing you its hidden corners. 

Explore the fascinating history of the city with the creator of the ever-popular @LivingLondonHistory. Have you ever wondered where a notorious Victorian murderer was captured? Or in which backstreet you can find the pub that hid the masterminds behind the Great Train Robbery? Or perhaps which pocket park contains the remains of a great medieval monastery? Have your questions answered and let London: The Hidden Corners reveal the capital’s unique and shadowy mysteries.

Illustrated throughout and complete with a selection of maps to help you discover your new favourite locations, London: The Hidden Corners promises to bring the city to life for intrepid explorers and local Londoners alike.

Whether you are new to the city or a seasoned traveller, London: The Hidden Corners is a must-have guide for anyone looking to uncover something beyond the familiar. So, in true @LivingLondonHistory style, turn the page and get ready to transform the city into the museum you never knew you had.

'Jack strikes the perfect balance between well-known areas and utterly obscure finds. Whether he’s pointing out medieval ruins behind modern glass offices or tiny green spaces you’d otherwise breeze past, he gives every corner its own voice, helping you see London with fresh eyes.'

-- Poppy Watt, Women Tal

ISBN: 9780711294981

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 750g

176 pages