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Written by our guide Kevin, this book explores the rich history of London’s square mile through the stories of its saints.

“ To walk within the old city walls is to be both inquisitive and excited. There is so much to the square mile that is phenomenal, layers of history, interpretations galore. Within each alley and street, the different eras compete for your attention. Exploring the square mile, you do not just go from place to place but travel through time. Secret places, famous places, unassuming places. Most casual walkers pass on by without a glance. Maybe, just maybe, a glance is all that it needs for the past to stir. I have yet to find, and believe that I have tried, the street or alley in the square mile where nothing has happened!
Saints and the City of London intends to provide more than just a glance, hopefully, it will share a passion. The modern City glistens with gleaming towers with monikers such as Gherkin, Walkie Talkie, Cheesegrater and Scalpel, that inspire admiration and disdain in equal measure. Beneath these behemoths of glass lay the ancient streets, with names that speak of a different time, a time when saints and souls were of crucial importance.
The people of London, awoke, said their morning paternosters, crossed themselves and went about their business awaiting the ever-popular saint’s days. Using a variety of saints as a gateway, we will see how the saints’ shaped bridges, gates, gardens, guilds, and churches. I hope you enjoy the choices that are purely personal. So, without further ado, let us explore the City of London, with added saints!”

102 pages, Paperback, Available on Kindle

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