
NO. 1. AN OLD RIVER-WALL OR EMBANKMENT (CHELSEA) See page
BY - E. L. HOSKYN, B.A. (LOND.) - AUTHOR OF "PICTURES OF BRITISH HISTORY," ETC.
WITH A PREFACE BY - SOPHIE BRYANT, D.Sc., LITT.D.
LONDON ADAM AND CHARLES BLACK 1914
STORIES OF - LONDON
PREFACE
STORIES OF LONDON
I. SOME VERY OLD STORIES
II. THE STORY OF WESTMINSTER ABBEY
III. THE STORY OF THE CHARTER HOUSE
Step into the bustling streets and quiet corners of a city whose stories stretch back to the very soil beneath the Thames. From the ancient river‑bank of Chelsea to the echoing arches of old bridges, each tale unfolds like a whispered secret that children—and anyone who loves a good mystery—can hear in their imagination. The narrator guides listeners through centuries of legend, weaving together the lives of kings, scholars, and ordinary folk who once called these places home.
Beyond the charm of anecdote, the collection offers a gentle invitation to see history as a living map, where every stone and cobblestone holds a lesson. Listeners are encouraged to picture themselves walking alongside the characters, feeling the weight of a medieval tower or the rush of a historic fire. By connecting vivid storytelling with real landmarks, the book nurtures curiosity and a deeper love for the city that has shaped countless generations.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (88K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Al Haines
Release date
2010-09-03
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
A writer of lively history books for young readers, this early 20th-century author brought London’s past and Britain’s story to life through clear, engaging storytelling. Her surviving works suggest a special gift for turning big historical subjects into readable, memorable narratives.
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