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A whimsical account of Mason's quest to walk the entire London Underground system above ground. Over several hundred miles he discovers the gripping history of the city he loves.
Synopsis
Packed with historical trivia, personal musings and eavesdropped conversations, the author learns how to get the best gossip in London in a City pub, how the Ritz made its female guests feel good about themselves, and why the Bank of England won't let you join the M11 northbound at Junction 5.