Mudlark’d: Hidden Histories from the River Thames by Malcolm Russell Z1014/4(39) to the left is Australia

to the left is Australia House and the Law Courts

George Shillibeer was a coachbuilder who introduced the omnibus to London

this book is both an atmospheric travelogue and a celebration of resilience in the face of change

From Reid's Views of Westminster & London VOL

Mudlark’d: Hidden Histories from the River Thames by Malcolm Russell Z1014/4(39) to the left is AustraliaCombining insights from 200 eclectic objects discovered on the Thames foreshore, meticulous historical research and contextual illustrations, Mudlarkd uncovers the hidden histories of forgotten people from all over the world. Beginning in each case with a particular find, Malcolm Russell tells the stories of the people who owned, made or used such objects, revealing the habits, customs and crafts not only of those living in London but also of those