London; or, an abridgment of the celebrated Mr. Pennant's description of the British capital, and its environs. Containing, An accurate, succinct, and interesting Account Of the most memorable Revolutions in Politics, Historical Events, Treasons, Fires, Public Executions, Remarkable Murders, and singular Robberies. Critical Observations on the public Buildings; a Review of their History; and a candid Examination of their Perfections and Defects. To which are prefixed, Notes, Additions, and Observations; and four capital plates. By Mr. John Wallis.

  • Pennant, Thomas, 1726-1798.
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MDCCXC. [1790]
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Of London. Abridgments

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London : printed for the editor: and sold by W. Bentley, No. 22, Fetter-Lane, MDCCXC. [1790]

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[5],14-228p.,plates ; 120.

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ESTC N2855

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