Butcher, Baker, Candlestick Maker - Surviving the Great Fire of London

Informationen zum Autor Hazel Forsyth Klappentext Hazel Forsyth delvesin to never-before-studied primary sources to shed light on thedramatic aftermath of the disaster and reveal the very personalstories of the people who pieced their lives together in its wake. Bydocumenting the tradesmen, from apothecaries and chandlers toshoemakers and watchmakers, Butcher, Baker, Candlestick Makertells a story of loss and resilience and illuminates how the citywe know today rose from the ashes. Beautifully illustrated withexquisite fabrics, candle snuffers and other fascinating imagesassociated with the trades of the time, we are treated to a visualfeast, an evocative reminder of life before and after the Great Fire. Vorwort 2 September 2016 marks the 350th anniversary of the Great Fire which changed the city of London forever. Zusammenfassung 2 September 2016 marks the 350th anniversary of the Great Fire which changed the city of London forever.

Product details

• Authors: Hazel Forsyth
• Publisher: Tauris, I.B.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 23.08.2016
• EAN: 9781784537487
• ISBN: 978-1-78453-748-7
• No. of pages: 248
• Dimensions: 216 mm x 274 mm x 20 mm
• Subject: Humanities, art, music > History > General, dictionaries