London: Frances Lincoln

Discover London through a series of 15 expertly crafted walks that reveal the hidden stories that shaped the capital.

Tim Lewis (@TimetheLondonWalker) has quickly become a brilliant new voice on the history of London. Taking intrepid tourists and curious locals on booked-out walking tours of the city, he is full of little-known facts and intriguing historical stories.

London: Remarkable Walks and Historical Wanders, is Tim at his best. He guides you through a collection of fascinating walks that explore London’s rich past, for example:

• St Paul's Meander: explore Roman London, medieval streets, hidden gardens, literary history and the city's most iconic cathedral.
• Shakespeare's London: follow the playwright's footsteps through the theatres and landmarks of Elizabethan London.
• Fleet Street: uncover London's most famous newspaper district.
• Rebels and Radicals: meet the revolutionaries and campaigners who changed British society.
• East End Arrivals and Assimilation: trace London's history of immigration and community.
• Industrial Thames: explore the docks, industries, workers and river communities that powered London.

Each route is complete with a clear map including directions and timings, making it easy to explore at your own pace.

Whether you're a curious visitor or a Londoner looking to see the city with fresh eyes, this book offers an entertaining and insightful way to explore one of the world's most fascinating capitals.