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100	1		_aBesant, Walter, _d1836-1901
245	1	4	_aThe History of London
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2009
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2009-02-04
508			_aProduced by Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520			_a"The History of London" by Walter Besant is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the rich and complex history of London, documenting its evolution from ancient times through the eras of Roman, Saxon, and Norman rule. Through detailed narratives and analysis, it aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the city's foundational events, key figures, and significant developments. The opening of the text delves into the legendary origins of London, tracing its foundation to Brutus, a survivor of the Trojan War, and focusing on key historical interpretations surrounding its early settlements. It discusses geographical factors that influenced the city's growth, such as its rivers and topography, which provided strategic advantages. Besant underscores the importance of archaeological discoveries and historical documents in reconstructing the past, advocating for a methodical examination of London's physical landscape to better grasp its historical context. Through this lens, the narrative sets the stage for a deeper exploration of London's societal, political, and architectural transformations throughout the ages. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aLondon (England) -- History
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27995
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