The French in London

Ever since 1066 there has been a substantial French presence in London. It is now said to be the sixth most populous French city and this book illustrates, explains, and exposes how this came about over more than a 1000 years. Full of individual stories and overlooked details covering a common history, from William the Conqueror to Charles de Gaulle. Isabelle Janvrin was born in France, studied languages at university, and now lives in London. Catherine Rawlinson was born in France and studied history and art history. She lives in London. Emily Read is a well-known translator from the French.