The Making of London explores the rich history of the Metropolis
from the Roman settlement established 2,000 years ago in the area
that came to be known as the 'Square Mile' and traces the process
whereby it eventually emerged as the world's greatest city. London
became the capital and seat of government of Britain, a centre of
culture, entertainment and retailing, a major port and industrial
centre and world leader in international trade, commerce and
finance. The focus is largely on central London but necessarily
brings in other nearby districts when events involved interaction
with these. While examining a selection of major historical events,
consideration is also given to some of the more unusual and quirky
aspects that have contributed to making London the diverse and
fascinating place it remains today. A largely chronological
approach is taken which emphasises how the lives of the ordinary
people were shaped by the events they witnessed such as invasions,
riots and rebellions, fires, smogs, wars, epidemics and pandemics.
The story embraces the apparent glamour of areas such as Mayfair
and the West End but does not neglect districts stalked by crime,
poverty and despair. London has always been a place of paradoxes
where flaunted wealth has existed alongside appalling social
deprivation. The juxtaposition of extravagance and poverty, of high
culture with the lowest of low life is a recurrent theme in
London's history. The Making of London will interest newcomers
wishing to know about London's past but even those familiar with
its history are likely to find something new in its pages.
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