Samuel Johnson once said, "When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life." Hundreds of photographs from archives around the world illustrate the history of this unique city, its architecture, its landmarks, its style, its flair - and of course, its resilient inhabitants. London may be an expansive, ever-growing metropolis; yet through all its historical ups and downs, the humor, character, and fighting spirit of its people have remained unchanged. This book celebrates them and their city. Alongside magnificent photographs, many of which are unpublished, London's history is also told through vivid essays, countless quotes, and references to films, music albums, and literary works in which London played a role. From Victorian London to the Swinging Sixties; from the Battle of Britain.