Featuring over 60 maps of London from the twentieth century, this fascinating miscellany provides an enthralling exploration of the history of the city.

One of the best ways to gain an insight into a city's multilayered past is by deciphering its maps, and this curated collection of historical maps of London will help you do just that. Many of these hugely interesting and significant maps are also beautiful works of art and fascinating examples of design in and of themselves.

The majority of the maps in this collection have been drawn from the historical treasure house that is The London Archives, which has been housing London's records since 1889. The maps are presented in thematic chapters, including:

• Making Connections: Maps of the railways, tube system and roads.



• Let's Go Outside: London's green spaces and the River Thames.



• Picture This: Pictorial, decorative and artistic maps.



Perfect for map enthusiasts, history buffs and lovers of graphic design and London, this is a visually stunning book that you will spend hours poring over.



Vincent Westbrook is an architect, cartophile and Londoner, who has worked on some of London's most iconic buildings, including the MI6 HQ in Vauxhall, Wembley Stadium and the Stirling Prize-winning Bloomberg HQ in the City. He has also worked in cities all over the world, including Hong Kong, Hanoi, Sydney, Prague and Jeddah. Vincent is delighted to have been able to indulge his passion for London by delving into the London Archives' magnificent collection of maps. He lives in North London.



Introduction

Chapter 1: Setting the Scene

Chapter 2: London Melting Pot

Chapter 3: The Royal Family

Chapter 4: War and Peace

Chapter 5: Let's Go Outside

Chapter 6: Making Connections

Chapter 7: 'Bread and Circuses'

Chapter 8: Picture This

Conclusion



'Definitely one for those who appreciate London and cartography.'



'This is a beefy book of maps, with so many delicious words and pictures that we could do with a custom-map to navigate them all. Best just throw yourself in and enjoy the ride.'