London in the Twentieth Century

Jerry White’s London in the Twentieth Century offers a compelling and detailed exploration of a city marked by contrasts, from its grandeur to its struggles with poverty and disease. Spanning a century of significant change, the book examines how London’s history in work, culture, politics, and social upheavals both shaped and was influenced by its diverse inhabitants. Winner of the Wolfson Prize, this account provides an insightful look into the tumultuous evolution of one of the world’s most iconic cities.