Isbn: 9781333378806 - historical notes on lincoln's inn fields (classic reprint) (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condizione: Like New. In unused condition, may show some slight shelf wear, but otherwise unread. This title was digitally scanned from a rare, out of print edition, and will have some visual artifacts from that process.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a historical and political overview of Lincoln's Inn Fields, one of London's most intriguing and oldest squares. The author delves into its development from its origins as three fields, through its transformation into a fashionable residential area and the construction of its iconic buildings, to its present-day appearance as a historic landmark and a popular public green space. The narrative highlights significant historical events associated with the Fields, including the execution of Lord William Russell, the anti-Catholic Gordon riots, and the establishment of the Royal College of Surgeons, shedding light on the pivotal role the Fields played in shaping London's social, political, and cultural fabric. It also examines the lives of notable residents, such as the Earl of Camden, Sir William Blackstone, and Lord Mansfield, who contributed to the Fields' enduring legacy. By exploring this captivating square, the book offers valuable insights into the evolution of London and the intermingling of legal history with the urban landscape. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…