Discovering London’s Docklands
Discovering London’s Docklands by Christopher Fautley, published by Bloomsbury USA on August 23, 2011, is a detailed exploration of one of Britain’s most transformed regions. This 96-page book delves into the rich history and architectural evolution of London’s Docklands, highlighting its journey from a thriving port to a vibrant business center. The narrative uncovers various intriguing aspects of the area, including historical landmarks and modern curiosities that define its unique character.
Readers will find a comprehensive guide that reveals the mysteries and secrets of the Docklands, such as the launch site of the Great Eastern and the origins of Muchute’s name. The book also showcases contemporary features like a floating church and a distinctive roof garden, alongside the eye-catching architecture that has become synonymous with the district. With full directions provided, this edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in exploring the architectural and historical significance of this remarkable area.
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Thriving port, dereliction, renaissance as a vibrant business center: few places in Britain have seen such extreme changes of fortune as London’s Docklands. This book reveals the area’s mysteries and secrets, such as the launch site of the Great Eastern, where pink pigeons were a common sight, where to find a piece of Britain’s first iron-clad frigate, and how Muchute got its name. It also explores oddities of the twenty-first century, among them a floating church, a transporter bridge, a blue flying saucer, and a roof garden at ground level and, of course, the eye-popping architecture for which the district has become famous. Full directions are provided, making this an invaluable guide for those wishing to visit this remarkable area for themselves.
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