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With a knack for storytelling, he effortlessly intertwines history and personal anecdotes, bringing each corner of London to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're planning a visit or just have a love for armchair travel, Jack Chesher's books in the \u003cstrong\u003eTravel \u0026amp; Adventure\u003c\/strong\u003e category will inspire your next urban exploration. 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From the stories behind unusual street names to the trees in our parks; railings made from recycled WWII stretchers to shrapnel damage on walls; the hidden symbols on post boxes to prehistoric tree trunks – there is a rich history hidden in the oft-overlooked details of the city's streets, gardens, parks, and buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis richly detailed and beautifully illustrated book provides a miscellany of historic features and curiosities to spot as you wander around the capital. Whether you've always wondered why there are cattle troughs on your route to work, why bollards often look like upside down cannons, or wanted to know what a Victorian stink pipe is – this book will provide the tools to decipher London's secret code and introduce you to a treasure trove of hidden spots to explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLondon: A Guide for Curious Wanderers\u003c\/em\u003e comes complete with maps so you can spot these details yourself on walks through the capital. 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