Amazing & Extraordinary Facts: London is a unique collection of strange laws, heroic deeds, surprising revelations and other quirky stories that have shaped the unique history of Britain's capital.
London's long history is an extraordinarily rich source of amazing facts, whether your interest is political, social, architectural or historical, you will find a variety of great topics in this alternative guide to London.
Brief, accessible and entertaining pieces on a wide variety of subjects makes it the perfect book to dip in to. Some of the facts you’ll learn include:
• what are the secrets of the old London Bridge?
• who was Big Ben?
• and how do you tell if you’re a proper Cockney?