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London for Children

By Matteo Pericoli

Adjectives

informative engaging illustrative historical

Genres

Non-fiction Biography

Synopsis

Embark on a captivating journey along the Thames with Matteo Pericoli's 'London for Children'. This book presents two 37-foot-long pen-and-ink drawings, illustrating a continuous 20-mile stretch of London's north and south banks. Alongside these vibrant illustrations, discover intriguing facts about the city's history, from Roman battles and the Princes in the Tower to the Gunpowder Plot and the great Victorian stink.

About the author

Matteo Pericoli is an author, architect, and illustrator known for his amazing drawings of cities and skylines. He created the book 'London Unfurled', where he drew a long, detailed picture of the River Thames and the buildings along its banks. Matteo enjoys exploring cities and sharing his discoveries through his art and stories.

Pages

64 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2012

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