London - Urban explorers and commentators

The West End

Introduction

Edwin Beresford Chancellor (1868-1937) was the author of numerous historical works, including Historical Richmond and The Pleasure Haunts of London During Four Centuries. The short extract included here from Wanderings in Piccadilly, Mayfair and Pall Mall offers a series of insights into Piccadilly Circus and its environs that is equal parts historical overview and lyrical first impressions.

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