LondonMuch of Peter Ackroyd's work has been concerned with the life and past of London but here, as a culmination, is his definitive account of the city. Previous titles by the author include T. S. Eliot, Dickens, Dan Lemo and The Limehouse Golem and Blake.

Forced to abandon his wife and child

quintessential British subjects

mindful movement

they find their aunt and uncle still reeling from the disappearance of their daughter

He idolises his dad

No one has been more surprised than Miranda herself that it's been her wonder dog who has taught her the best life lessons

soldiers and civilians from all sides

Arranged thematically

attractive and harmonious home

All are leading secret lives

An array of delicious dishes will introduce the region and its different ethnic groups - Uzbek

The country was in need of a new hero