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Experience the enthralling journey through time with Metropolis: A History of the City, Humankind’s Greatest Invention by bestselling author Ben Wilson. This enlightening book invites readers to explore the profound impact cities have had on human civilization, offering a unique perspective on urban life that is both compelling and informative.
In this masterful narrative, Wilson expertly transports you across the globe, from the ancient cities of Uruk and Babylon to modern metropolises like London, New York, Shanghai, and Lagos. Each chapter presents a vivid portrait of urban development, showcasing the unique individuals and vibrant scenes that define city life.
With Wilson's ability to seamlessly intertwine the stories of these extraordinary places with the essence of human existence, Metropolis stands as a towering achievement in historical literature. Reading this book is not just gaining knowledge; it is embarking on an exhilarating journey through a city alive with history and culture.
Join the ranks of captivated readers and discover how our most significant invention—the city—continues to shape our world today.
ISBN: | 9781784707521 |
Author: | Ben Wilson |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Vintage |
Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
Dimensions: | 129 x 197 x 32 mm |
Publication Date: | 07 January, 2021 |
Pagination: | 448 pages |
Weight: | 332g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’