Profile Editions The City Unlocked: London Livery Companies from Wool to Digital - Hardcover
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| Management number | 253810892 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$26.80 | Model Number | 253810892 | ||
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The City Unlocked: London Livery Companies from Wool to Digital
Explore the rich history of London through the lens of its influential Livery Companies in this beautifully illustrated hardcover book. 'The City Unlocked' offers a captivating journey from the medieval trades to the modern professions that have shaped the economic landscape of the City of London and the nation.
Working in close collaboration with the Companies themselves, the authors, both liverymen of the Stationers' Company, delve into the hidden histories, unique customs, and fascinating origins of each institution. Discover the stories behind the Drapers, Mercers, Goldsmiths, Information Technologists, Tax Advisers, and many more.
This insightful volume is brought to life with archival treasures, many of which are published or photographed for the first time, offering a fresh perspective on the City's economic evolution. As noted by Vincent Keaveny CBE, former Lord Mayor of the City of London, it is 'a must-buy for anyone with an interest in the history of the City'.
Key Features:
- Traces the history of London through its Livery Companies.
- Covers medieval trades to modern professions.
- Reveals hidden histories, customs, and origins.
- Features illustrations of archival treasures, many previously unseen.
- Written by City insiders with deep knowledge of the Livery.
Specifications:
- Brand: Profile Editions
- Author: Helen Esmonde, Margaret Willes
- Binding: Hardcover
- Language: English
- Page Count: 256 pages
- Publication Date: 10 September 2026
- Dimensions: 19.2 x 5.08 x 24.49 cm
- Weight: 1.04 kg
- ISBN-10: 1800814887
- ISBN-13: 978-1800814882
This comprehensive account provides a new perspective on the economic history of London, making it an essential read for historians, London enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the evolution of commerce and tradition.
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