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London: A History

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5T 36M
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Historie

This entertaining volume provides a concise history of one of the world's premiere cities. Acclaimed author A.N. Wilson starts at the beginning, when London was founded by the Romans, and continues to contemporary times, hitting all the historical highlights along the way. London is the perfect starter book for anyone wishing to understand this great city a little better, and even seasoned London fans will find new information here.

© 2008 Recorded Books (Lydbog): 9781440795435

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Lydbog: 6. marts 2008

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