Lost London: A Century Of Demolition And Decay
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Hermione Hobhouse
Binding: Paperback
Published: Macmillan, 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This historical account chronicles the architectural transformations of London, documenting the systematic demolition and subsequent decay that reshaped the city's landscape over a hundred years. Lost London: A Century Of Demolition And Decay presents a meticulous record of lost buildings and forgotten streetscapes, illustrating the profound impact of urban development and neglect on the capital's heritage. The narrative uncovers the forces behind these changes, from wartime destruction to post-war redevelopment schemes, offering a critical perspective on preservation efforts. Readers will find a compelling and often poignant examination of how London's past has been erased, detailing the stories of structures that once defined its character. This authoritative work serves as an essential resource for understanding the evolution of one of the world's great cities.
Author: Hermione Hobhouse
Binding: Paperback
Published: Macmillan, 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This historical account chronicles the architectural transformations of London, documenting the systematic demolition and subsequent decay that reshaped the city's landscape over a hundred years. Lost London: A Century Of Demolition And Decay presents a meticulous record of lost buildings and forgotten streetscapes, illustrating the profound impact of urban development and neglect on the capital's heritage. The narrative uncovers the forces behind these changes, from wartime destruction to post-war redevelopment schemes, offering a critical perspective on preservation efforts. Readers will find a compelling and often poignant examination of how London's past has been erased, detailing the stories of structures that once defined its character. This authoritative work serves as an essential resource for understanding the evolution of one of the world's great cities.