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London Lore:

The Legends and Traditions of the World's Most Vibrant City
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Random House UK, 2010 - History - 439 pages
Discover the colourful traditions and bizarre superstitions of the world's most vibrant 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, to 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.


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Review: London Lore: The Legends and Traditions of the World's Most Vibrant City

User Review  - Mel - Goodreads

This book is a good introduction to London folklore. It is divided up into sections, where different streets and landmarks are arranged alphabetically, so it's easy to find a specific area you're ... Read full review

Review: London Lore: The Legends and Traditions of the World's Most Vibrant City

User Review  - Anna - Goodreads

Some fascinating snippets but not really what I was looking for. More legends and Ghost stories than traditions and very little on any of the subjects. Read full review

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About the author (2010)

STEVE ROUD recently retired from his position as Local Studies Librarian for the London Borough of Croydon and served as Honorary Librarian of the Folklore Society for over fifteen years. He has been researching British folklore for over thirty years and is the author of many books on the subject.


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TitleLondon Lore: The Legends and Traditions of the World's Most Vibrant City
AuthorSteve Roud
PublisherRandom House UK, 2010
ISBN0099519860, 9780099519867
Length439 pages
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History / Europe / Great Britain
Social Science / Folklore & Mythology
  
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