Whatever your environmental or architectural taste, we're sure you'll find something of interest amongst the links below.
Psychogeography
Westminster librarian Rob Boswell, has a strong interest in the influence London has on writers and the influence writing about London has on our perception and understanding of London.
"I'm also interested in writers who combine the physical and imaginative elements of London and who write about themes that could be described as secret histories, about hidden London or who attempt to re-imagine London."
He recommends the following:
Classic cafes: the psychogeography of the café
Wikipedia: psychogeography article
Out and about in London
Royal Festival Hall
The Royal Festival Hall stands at the heart of Southbank Centre complex.
Opened in 1951 as part of the Festival of Britain it hosts classical and
contemporary music as well as a comprehensive programme of spoken word
and live literature. The Royal Festival Hall is also home to the Saison
Poetry Library.
Take your book to the park?
Your London Parks directory
Why not combine your read with a walk in the park? London has thousands
of green spaces and there's bound to be one near you - check out the
Your London directory of Parks and Open Spaces
The London Parks & Gardens Trust
An independent charitable trust whose objectives are to promote
education about historic parks and gardens in London and to seek to
conserve, enhance and recreate these gardens for the education and
enjoyment of the public.
