TY  - BOOK
AU  - Cole,Sophie
TI  - The Lure of Old London
AV  - DA 
PY  - 2012///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - London (England) -- Description and travel
N1  - Release date is 2012-06-06; E-text prepared by Ian Deane and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net); Original publication data not identified
N2  - "The Lure of Old London" by Sophie Cole is a historical travelogue written in the early 20th century. The book explores the hidden charms and intriguing history of London through the eyes of its main character, the Honourable George Tallenach, a whimsical old vagabond with a penchant for wandering around the city. He embarks on adventures with Mrs. Darling, a widow from Shepherd Market, as they uncover stories and sights that connect them to the city's rich past.  At the start of the story, the narrative introduces George Tallenach as a charmingly eccentric character living off his sister's charity. In the midst of a lean period financially, he proposes to Mrs. Darling that they embark on a series of outings to explore London together. Their first adventure hints at the playful banter and camaraderie they share, as George attempts to educate her about the historical significance of their neighborhood, while Mrs. Darling displays her humorous skepticism and unassuming spirit. The opening sets a lively tone, establishing the delightful dynamic between these characters as they navigate the streets steeped in history and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39932
ER  -