Hemstreet, Charles 1866- creator Hemstreet, Marie Mumford Meinell Roberts, W. J. text utu 2012 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Nooks and Corners of Old London" by Charles and Marie Hemstreet is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a guide for those wishing to explore the hidden and quaint aspects of Old London, taking the reader through a curated journey of notable historical sites most often overlooked. The opening of the book introduces readers to various notable locations in London, starting with the church of St. Stephen's, Walbrook, and progressing through a series of historically significant streets and sites. It highlights the stories behind these locations, such as the tower of the Royal Exchange adorned with a gilded grasshopper, the grim history of the Great Fire of 1666, and poignant memories associated with figures like Thomas Hood and John Milton. Through detailed descriptions and engaging anecdotes, the authors evoke the essence of Old London, inviting wanderers to experience its layered history and charm. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2012-06-27 Produced by Annie R. McGuire. This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print archive. Original publication data not identified London (England) -- Description and travel DA Original publication data not identified 10021154 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40072 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40072 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133922.0 40072