On 29 September 1888, readers of the satirical magazine Punch were confronted with an image that captured the anxieties of Victorian London. Entitled “The Nemesis of Neglect”, the cartoon depicted
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The Alleged Killing of George Best at Clare MarketThe Alleged Killing of George Best at Clare Market
Tucked between Lincoln’s Inn Fields and the Strand, Clare Market was once one of London’s busiest and most colourful markets. Founded in the seventeenth century, it bustled with butchers, greengrocers,
Three Dickensian London LocationsThree Dickensian London Locations
Every year on February 7th, literature lovers celebrate the birthday of Charles Dickens, one of the most influential writers in English history. His vivid depictions of 19th-century London brought the
A Polar Visitor in Medieval London: The Story of the White Bear in the ThamesA Polar Visitor in Medieval London: The Story of the White Bear in the Thames
London is no stranger to unusual sights, but imagine standing on the banks of the River Thames in the 13th century and spotting a polar bear fishing in the murky
Sherlock Holmes’ Birthday: Exploring 3 Iconic London LocationsSherlock Holmes’ Birthday: Exploring 3 Iconic London Locations
Today, January 6th, marks the birthday of the world’s most famous consulting detective, Sherlock Holmes! To celebrate, we’re diving into three iconic London locations tied to the enduring legacy of
St Anne’s Limehouse: A Hawksmoor Masterpiece in London’s East EndSt Anne’s Limehouse: A Hawksmoor Masterpiece in London’s East End
Nestled in the historic Limehouse district, St Anne’s Church stands as a testament to both the architectural genius of Nicholas Hawksmoor and the ever-evolving spirit of East London. Consecrated in
New Podcast Appearance: Philipp Röttgers on “Out Of The Blank”New Podcast Appearance: Philipp Röttgers on “Out Of The Blank”
I am thrilled to announce my recent appearance on the Out Of The Blank Podcast with host Robbie Robertson. In this episode, we delve into one of history’s most infamous
Bloody Sunday: The Clash at Trafalgar Square – November 13, 1887Bloody Sunday: The Clash at Trafalgar Square – November 13, 1887
On November 13, 1887, an event that would become known as “Bloody Sunday” unfolded at Trafalgar Square, casting a stark light on the social and political unrest gripping Victorian London.
Lesung in der Stadtbibliothek SiegburgLesung in der Stadtbibliothek Siegburg
So 08. September 2024 Stadtbibliothek im Kulturhaus Philipp Röttgers & Dorothee Schröder über die Whitechapel-Morde 1888 Von den London-Experten Philipp Röttgers und Dorothee Schröder: “Jack the Ripper – Die Whitechapel-Morde
2024 East End Conference in London2024 East End Conference in London
At this years East End Conference in London I have the honour of giving a talk.