Jason Sandy, Nick Stevens

Thames Mudlarking (eBook, PDF)

Searching for London's Lost Treasures

• Format: PDF

Produktbeschreibung

A beautifully illustrated introduction to mudlarking which tells the incredible, forgotten history of London through objects found on the foreshore of the River Thames.

Often seen combing the shoreline of the River Thames at low tide, groups of archaeology enthusiasts known as 'mudlarks' continue a tradition that dates back to the eighteenth century. Over the years they have found a vast array of historical artefacts providing glimpses into the city's past. Objects lost or discarded centuries ago - from ancient river offerings such as the Battersea Shield and Waterloo Helmet, to seventeenth-century trade tokens and even medals for bravery - have been discovered in the river.

This book explores a fascinating assortment of finds from prehistoric to modern times, which collectively tell the rich and illustrious story of London and its inhabitants - illustrated with and array of photographs taken of the items in situ in the mud and gravel of the Thames estuary, at the same time both gritty and glimmering.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Bloomsbury UK
• Seitenzahl: 96
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Februar 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781784424305
• Artikelnr.: 60463065

Autorenporträt

Originally from the United States, Jason Sandy is an architect and developer who moved to London in 2007. He discovered mudlarking in 2012 and has contributed to many articles and books on mudlarking, as well as lecturing, appearing on national television, and having an active presence on social media.

Inhaltsangabe

Introduction: Mudlarking Megalodons, Woolly Rhinos and Flint Tools Rituals
and Votive Offerings Vanity and Sex Zoomorphic Art and Viking Attacks
Pilgrims, Knights and Betrayal Opulence and Witchcraft War, Fire and Love
Death and Decadence Empire and Invention Keep Calm and Carry On Eternal
River Liquid History Places to Visit Further Reading Index