London: A History - Laura Carlin

See the city of London like never before in a stunning gift book from the award-winning Laura Carlin.Explore the rich history and culture of London through the eyes of an award-winning illustrator. Laura Carlin''s gorgeous art is paired with a collection of poems, quotes and historical accounts to tell an idiosyncratic story of the greatest city in the world. From pre-history to present day, from famous events to the lives of everyday people, thousands of years of London''s history are celebrated through poems, excerpts and spellbinding illustrations in this beautiful and fascinating compendium.