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Delve into a treasure trove of 30,000 volumes exploring London's rich history, from fashion and arts to plagues and pleasure gardens. We’ve got historical maps too.
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Librarian’s pick: Queer history books to read
Four books on LGBTQ+ history from the museum’s library that you should read, if you haven’t already
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From our experts
William Sessarakoo: the Royal African
One man’s journey from African prince through slavery into London high society
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Behind the scenes
Stitches in time: Remaking a 1577 Bible cover
Recreating the embroidery on a 1577 Bible cover that could have been done by Queen Elizabeth I herself?
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Sir Cristopher Wren's plan for rebuilding the City of London after the dreadfull conflagration in 1666 (map)
Chamberlain's History of London
1666
