London Secrets: London Guidebook for the First Time Visitor [Paperback]

Thomas Wheeler (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 12, 2004

London is the most popular international destination for North American travelers. However, its size and variety of sites and events can be daunting. London Secrets was written by a London expert to offer tips and "secrets" for the first time visitor. The book's chapters range from what to do before you leave home, to a dictionary of British words and phrases. In between, there are tips on: how to get from the airport, sightseeing, museums and galleries, churches, Roman and medieval sites, shopping, theater, and even where to go for afternoon tea or a romantic dinner. London has something for everyone, and London Secrets will help you find the places and events that match your interests. The book offers practical advice. To get the most out of it, read London Secrets before you leave home, and highlight the places and events you want to see. Next, buy a pocket magnifying glass. After you arrive in London, purchase a modern street guide (for which you will need the magnifying glass), and a TravelCard for unlimited travel on London's Underground and Red Buses. Then, enjoy-London awaits you!Thomas Bruce Wheeler is the owner of London Secrets®, a company that produces custom-made London guidebooks from a 300,000-word computer database. He and his wife live in Memphis, TN, and have visited London once or twice a year, for over 25 years. If you are a Sherlock Holmes fan, read Mr. Wheeler's Finding Sherlock's London. It will be a perfect companion to London Secrets.

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About the Author

Thomas Bruce Wheeler is the owner of London Secrets®, a company that produces custom-made London guidebooks from a 300,000-word computer database. He and his wife live in Memphis, TN, and have visited London once or twice a year, for over 25 years. If you are a Sherlock Holmes fan, read Mr. Wheeler?s Finding Sherlock?s London. It will be a perfect companion to London Secrets.

Product Details

• Paperback: 132 pages
• Publisher: iUniverse, Inc. (April 12, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0595314759
• ISBN-13: 978-0595314751
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,523,103 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Thomas Bruce Wheeler is a retired senior civil service executive and London enthusiast. His knowledge of London has resulted in the publication of London Secrets in 2004, The New Finding Sherlock's London in 2009, and The London of Sherlock Holmes in 2011.

Mr. Wheeler is a graduate of the University of Missouri, the Darden School of Business (University of Virginia), and the Fuqua School of Business (Duke University). He is a Korean War veteran, awarded a Silver Star for his infantry service, and an Air Medal for his service with the USAF.

Mr. Wheeler and his wife live in Memphis Tennessee. He is a member of the English-Speaking Union, the Sherlock Holmes Society of London, the Giant Rats of Sumatra (the Memphis Sherlock Holmes club), and a founder life member of the Crescent Club.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book made my trip more enjoyable, June 14, 2004

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Norman Halim (Jakarta, Indonesia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: London Secrets: London Guidebook for the First Time Visitor (Paperback)

I have just returned from London. Thank goodness I purchased Wheeler's London guidebook. His tips on what to do before I left home, how to get from the airport and find places in London were invaluable. It was like having a well-traveled uncle giving me advice. I was particularly enjoyed his tips on afternoon tea. First time, or many time visitors to London will love this book.

I often travel Asia but this is my first time to visit Europe, this book is great!!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Professional Travel Consultant Review, June 8, 2004

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Elizabeth McCarty (Memphis, TN United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: London Secrets: London Guidebook for the First Time Visitor (Paperback)

As a travel professional, I find London Secrets - London Guidebook for the First Time Visitor an invaluable tool not only for myself but for my clients who are 1st time visitors to London. I highly recommend it. Thomas Wheeler is a true expert!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Quick Lesson on London, June 4, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: London Secrets: London Guidebook for the First Time Visitor (Paperback)

Thomas Bruce Wheeler's London Secrets is a concise insiders view of a very large, potentially confusing city. It contains
vertually everything the first-time visitor needs to plan a visit to London. At the same time, it contains tips that the experienced traveler will find useful.

Overall, a valuable addition to the many guidebooks on London