The Tower of London (Britain in Old Photographs) [Illustrated] [Paperback]

Geoffrey Parnell (Author)

Book Description

Series: Britain in Old Photographs | Publication Date: June 25, 1998

This addition to the Britain in Old Photographs series brings together a collection of black-and-white pictures spanning the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Drawn from family albums, local collections and professional photographers, they show the way things were and how they have changed. Every photograph is captioned, providing names and dates where possible, revealing historical and anecdotal detail and giving life to the scenes and personalities captured through the camera lens. Bringing together all aspects of daily life - celebrations and disasters, work and leisure, people and buildings - the collection should inspire memories, as well as serve as an introduction to visitors.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Beautifully illustrated … a beguiling and refreshing portrait, accessible and affordable, with much to interest, amuse and surprise the reader" -- Country Life, 2 November 2000

"Lavishly illustrated … hugely informative" -- What’s On in London, 31 May 2000 --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Geoffrey Parnell is Keeper of Tower History, Royal Armouries, HM Tower of London.

Product Details

• Paperback: 125 pages
• Publisher: Sutton Publishing; illustrated edition edition (June 25, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0750917636
• ISBN-13: 978-0750917636
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,851,688 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good but narrowly focused, April 30, 2000

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This review is from: The Tower of London (Britain in Old Photographs) (Paperback)

I was a little disappointed in this book mostly because I didn't read the description carefully enough. A book that shows the history of the Tower of London in photographs can really only show, say, the last 150 years of changes. Given the thousand years of Tower history, the information this book provides is from a somewhat narrow time frame. I recommend it as long as you know what you are getting into because the changes to the Tower really are fascinating- but if you want to "experience" the eras of Anne Boelyn or the Princes in the Tower, look elsewhere.

5.0 out of 5 stars Paying a second visit to the Tower., March 30, 2010

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Jose Luis G. Alvarez (Santa Catarina- Brazil) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Tower of London: The Official Illustrated History (Official Illusrtated History) (Paperback)

During my recent visit to London I entered the Tower but missed to go through the gift shop so, upon my arrival back home, I tried to find a publication to discover both the history and some images of such a famous historical place. In acquiring this publication I found widely enriched illustrations and drawings as well as a complete, fascinating and pleasant-to-read text which is certainly well beyond my initial expectations. By reading it I am feeling like making a second visit only that enlightened, this time, like as under a guided tour.
It is undoubtly a worthy acquisition.

5.0 out of 5 stars Adds to the experience, January 28, 2010

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Donna M. Adank "anglophile" (Chicago, Illinois USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Tower of London: The Official Illustrated History (Official Illusrtated History) (Paperback)

Last summer I went to Scotland and England with my mom and some friends. While we were in London we did some sightseeing and one of the places that we saw was the Tower of London. I didn't explore the entire palace, but I did get to see the building where the Crown Jewels were kept. I was hoping to buy this book at the Tower gift shop but didn't see it there. This book definitely adds to my experience of seeing some of the sights in England that I have wanted to see for a long time. I just started reading the book and I will enjoy learning about the history of the Tower.