PENNANT, Thomas. The History and Antiquities of London. London: J. Coxhead, 1813.
Two vols. 8vo. Half red calf over treated red cloth; raised bands to spine, spine ruled and lettered in gilt; pp. vi, 383; [ii], 325, [2]; with frontispieces and engraved plates throughout; a few minimal marks to boards; some foxing and discolouration to endpapers; light foxing to plates; a very good set.
Thomas Pennant's work, The History and Antiquities of London, first published in 1790, is a comprehensive account of London, Westminster, Southwark, and the surrounding areas which details a variety of aspects of the city including its history, architecture, landmarks, and local customs. Pennant interestingly provides information and insights into the city's evolution, communicating changes and developments of key buildings, streets, institutions, and thoroughfares, and this remains a significant work in its interests of the history and cultural heritage of London in the nineteenth century.
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