History Of The Monument With A Brief Account Of The Great Fire Of London (1893)

""History of the Monument with a Brief Account of the Great Fire of London"" is a book written by Charles Welch in 1893. The book provides a comprehensive history of the Monument, a towering column that was built in the aftermath of the Great Fire of London in 1666. The Monument was erected to commemorate the fire and to serve as a reminder of the importance of fire safety.The book begins with a detailed account of the Great Fire of London, which destroyed much of the city and left thousands homeless. Welch provides a vivid description of the fire, its causes, and its aftermath. He also explores the social and economic impact of the fire on London and its inhabitants.The second part of the book focuses on the Monument itself. Welch provides an in-depth history of the column, from its design and construction to its role in London's cultural and architectural landscape. He also delves into the controversies and debates surrounding the Monument, including its symbolic meaning and its impact on the city's skyline.Overall, ""History of the Monument with a Brief Account of the Great Fire of London"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of London, architecture, and fire safety. It provides a fascinating insight into one of the city's most iconic landmarks and the events that led to its creation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.