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Thames Mudlarking: Searching for London's Lost Treasures

By Jason Sandy , Nick Stevens

Book information

Publisher
Shire Publications
Year
2021
ISBN
9781784424336, 9781784424329, 9781784424305, 9781784424312
Language
english
Format
EPUB
Filesize
31 MB (32022665 bytes)
Pages
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Time added
2022-07-02 16:55:21
ArchaeologyEuropegeneralGreat BritainHistorySocial Historysocial science

Description

A beautifully illustrated introduction to mudlarking which tells the incredible, forgotten history of London through objects found on the foreshores of the River Thames.Often seen combing the shoreline of the River Thames at low tide, groups of archaeology enthusiasts known as 'mudlarks' continue a tradition that dates back to the eighteenth century. Over the years they have found a vast array of historical artefacts providing glimpses into the city's past. Objects lost or discarded centuries ago – from ancient river offerings such as the Battersea Shield and Waterloo Helmet, to seventeenth-century trade tokens and even medals for bravery – have been discovered in the river. This book explores a fascinating assortment of finds from prehistoric to modern times, which collectively tell the rich and illustrious story of London and its inhabitants.

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