The book covers the development of the British capital at a time when, in the author’s view, it reached its highest position on the world stage, using original illustrations, maps, and photographs
Photo: A City at its Zenith book by Andrew Saint. Photo Credit: The Victorian Society.
The book is a beautifully illustrated account of London that tells the story of the city, (arguably) at the height of its power. Andrew Saint uses buildings, architecture, literature, and art as a way into understanding social and historical phenomena.
Andrew is very kindly donating all royalties of the book to the The Victorian Society.
For more information and how to buy, click here.
To celebrate the launch of the book, Andrew Saint will be leading a series of online talks, hosted by the The Victorian Society.
Like the book, the talks will run chronologically, covering the development of the British capital at a time when, in the speaker’s view, it reached its highest position on the world stage.
Book your tickets now (£5 – £10)
London 1870-1914: A city at its Zenith – part 1 (recording only: aired Sep 22 2021)
London 1870-1914: A city at its Zenith – part 2 – Weds Oct 6th 2021, 7pm
London 1870-1914: A city at its Zenith – part 3 – Weds Oct 13th 2021, 7pm
