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Inns and Taverns of Old London

By Henry C. Shelley
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The author surveys historic London hostelries, coffee-houses, clubs, and pleasure gardens, tracing their development from medieval inns through the rise of coffee-houses and exclusive clubs to popular public entertainments. Organized by district and by type, the work provides descriptive accounts of notable establishments, their literary and social associations, and anecdotes drawn from records and period engravings. Chapters treat Southwark inns, taverns around Cheapside and Fleet Street, coffee-houses by the Exchange and near St Paul’s, literary and gaming clubs, and celebrated gardens such as Vauxhall and Ranelagh, using documentary detail to evoke changing urban social life across the centuries.

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Henry C. Shelley

Henry C. Shelley was an English author known for his exploration of historical themes, particularly in relation to London. His notable work, "Inns and Taverns of Old London," delves into the rich social and cultural history of the city's drinking establishments, offering readers a glimpse into the past. Through his writing, Shelley contributes to the understanding of London's heritage and the role these venues played in the lives of its inhabitants. His focus on the intersection of history and everyday life provides a unique perspective on the urban landscape of his time.

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