An alternative guide to England"s weird and wonderful capital cityFrom petticoat duels and lucky cats to the Stiffs Express, Lord Nelson"s spare nose, the Piccadilly earthquake, and the Great Beer Flood of 1814, this guide offers a captivating, wildly entertaining tour of the city you may think you know, unearthing the capital"s secrets and commemorating its rich, colorful and unusual history. Brimming with tales of London"s forgotten past, its strangest traditions, and its most eccentric inhabitants, this book celebrates the unique, the unusual, and the unknown, perfect for tourists.