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      London Lore: The legends and traditions of the world’s most vibrant city

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      In which part of North London were wild beasts once thought to roam the sewers? Why did 1920s working-class Londoners wear necklaces of blue beads? Who was the original inspiration for the 'pearly king' costume? This enchanting guide discusses the ancient legends and deep-root...

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      Product ID:9780099519867
      Product Form:Paperback / softback
      Country of Manufacture:GB
      Title:London Lore
      Subtitle:The legends and traditions of the world's most vibrant city
      Authors:Author: Steve Roud
      Page Count:480
      Subjects:Folklore studies / Study of myth (mythology), Folklore, myths & legends, London, Greater London
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      In which part of North London were wild beasts once thought to roam the sewers? Why did 1920s working-class Londoners wear necklaces of blue beads? Who was the original inspiration for the 'pearly king' costume? This enchanting guide discusses the ancient legends and deep-rooted beliefs that can be found the length and breadth of the city.

      In which part of North London were wild beasts once thought to roam the sewers?
      Why did 1920s working-class Londoners wear necklaces of blue beads?
      Who was the original inspiration for the ''pearly king'' costume?
      And did Spring-heeled Jack, scourge of Victorian London, ever really exist?

      Exploring everything from local superstitions and ghost stories to annual customs, this is an enchanting guide to the ancient legends and deep-rooted beliefs that can be found the length and breadth of the city.


      Imprint Name:Arrow Books Ltd
      Publisher Name:Cornerstone
      Country of Publication:GB
      Publishing Date:2010-04-01

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      Weight418 g
      Dimensions196 × 130 × 35 mm