Lost London ― An A-z of Forgotten Landmarks and Lost Traditions

The story of the city as told through the buildings, parks, and palaces that are no longer there

Lost London feature more than 150 forgotten and lost locations, from buried rivers, demolished buildings, ghost tube stations, and overgrown cemetaries, to underground Roman streets, abandoned bunkers, and derelict catacomb. Places like the Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens, the leading venue for public entertainment in the city for more than 200 years, or the Palace of Whitehall whose 1,500 rooms made it the largest royal residence in Europe until it was destroyed by fire at the end of the 17th century, are included. This is a fascinating journey through London's forgotten past, unearthing the extraordinary stories that lie beneath familiar streets as well as shining a light in the city's darkest corners. Beautifully illustrated with original drawings throughout, this is the perfect gift for Anglophiles and history lovers alike.