David Revill
If youâ€™ve ever wanted to know where the Undergroundâ€™s station names come from, then this is the book for you! London by Tube is an essential read for anyone curious about London and its historic Underground. The book takes the reader on a fascinating journey around the Tube network to reveal the history behind the names of all 268 stations. Packed full of lively stories about the colourful characters and remarkable events connected to the places that bear these names, the book delves deep into Londonâ€™s rich history to recall tales of terrible fires, profligate playboys, ancient relics, devious criminals, squalid slums, lost rivers, grisly executions and unsolved mysteries. , This is a book for anyone who has ever taken a trip on the Tube â€“ the perfect gift for visitors, commuters and Londoners alike. It is a Tube guide to the cityâ€™s past. So sit back and enjoy the ride and discover something new about London and its historic Underground.
Nonfiction,History,Travel,European Literature,British Literature,Reference,Historical
London by Tube: A History of Underground Station Names