New Hardback published in 1999 by Historical publications. 160 pages including index & bibliography. Illustrated throughout with maps, engravings & photos and with plenty of historical detail. There is slight variation in print density on some pages, but this does not detract from the clarity or content.

”No area in London is changing so fast and yet retaining its architectural distinction. In its early days it revolved around monastic institutes ...... but from the later 17th century as the Huguenots and then the Italians moved in, Clerkenwell became a center of clock making, printing & jewellery.”

Written by Richard Tames who is a qualified London Blue Badge tourist guide, this is an extremely readable book whether you have an interest in the area or not