Liberty over London Bridge: A History of the People of Southwark

The first complete history of Southwark, London’s stubbornly independent community over the Thames

Southwark’s fortunes have always been tied to those of the City of London across the river. But from its founding in Roman times through to flourishing in the medieval era, the Borough has always fiercely asserted its independence. A place of licence, largely free of the City’s jurisdiction, Southwark became a constant thorn in London’s side: an administrative anachronism, a commercial rival,...