No Free Parking: The Curious History of London's Monopoly Streets

The streets of London have a rich history, from medieval cobbles to Dickensian iron and fog to the neon lights and bustle of the twenty-first century. Monopoly has painted London's story across cheerful colored tiles, but those streets live and breathe, illuminating our history and opening up new ways of thinking about it. This is the story of the capital as you've never heard it before.

Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 10 November 2022
Publisher: John Blake Publishing Ltd

London, a city steeped in history and culture, has been the backdrop for countless stories of triumph, tragedy, and everything in between. Its ever-changing streets have witnessed the rise and fall of empires, the birth and growth of industries, and the evolution of society.

From the medieval cobbles of the City to the Dickensian iron and fog of the Victorian era, London has been a living tapestry of stories. The city's streets have been the stage for countless historical events, from the Roman and Celts marching along the ancient Old Kent Road to the rattling newspaper presses of Fleet Street.

One iconic game that has captured the essence of London's history is Monopoly. The game, which was first released in 1935, has painted a colorful picture of London's story across its cheerful-colored tiles. But Monopoly streets are more than just a game; they are a living testament to the city's history.

Over the years, the streets of London have been the site of countless riots, protests, and wars. They have been the home to famous figures such as Charles Dickens, William Shakespeare, and Winston Churchill, and have been the backdrop for countless literary and artistic works.

In a city of rags and riches, where folk hero Dick Whittington once believed the streets were paved with gold, anything could happen, and everything has. From the rise and fall of industries to the social and political movements that have shaped the city, London's history is a rich and complex tapestry that has yet to be fully unraveled.

This is the story of London as you have never heard it before. It is a tale of triumph and tragedy, of innovation and tradition, of the people who have called the city home and the events that have shaped its history. From the medieval cobbles to the neon lights of the twenty-first century, London's streets continue to be a living testament to the city's vibrant and ever-changing identity.

Weight: 480g
Dimension: 144 x 224 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789465389