Reforming London: The London Government Problem, 1855-1900

by John Davis and John Davis

In the mid-19th century, London was the world's largest city, and the first to confront the metropolitan problem of how to provide for its government. This book analyzes the politicians and forces that led to formation of the London County Council, providing a fascinating account of the economic, social, and administrative complexities of a burgeoning Victorian city.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0198229372
• ISBN13: 9780198229377
• Release Date: April 1988
• Publisher: Clarendon Press
• Length: 310 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.8" x 8.9"