London

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Samuel Johnson once said, "When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life." Hundreds of photos from global archives illustrate the history of this unique city, its architecture, landmarks, style, and resilient inhabitants. London is a constantly growing metropolis, whose humor, character, and fighting spirit have remained unchanged through all historical highs and lows. This work celebrates the city and its people. Alongside impressive, often unpublished photographs, London's history is narrated through vivid essays, numerous quotes, and references to films, music albums, and literary works connected to London. The narrative spans from Victorian London through the Swinging Sixties to the Punk movement, from the Festival of Britain to the 2012 Olympics. It addresses foggy cobblestone streets, architectural extravagances, rough pubs, and discreet gentlemen's clubs, as well as royal weddings, raves, the charm of the East End, and the wonders of Westminster. Page by page, London receives the visually powerful tribute it deserves, with photographs by renowned artists such as Slim Aarons, Eve Arnold, David Bailey, and many others.