Journalist Rowe (
Walks for All Ages: Devon) maps London’s scientific treasures. Her guidebook takes readers to both central neighborhoods (Bloomsbury; Chelsea) and on farther-afield day trips. All the stops are selected to help readers discover London’s scientific past and its future. From the Royal Society’s bafflingly bizarre historical experiments to groundbreaking discoveries related to epidemiology, DNA, and much more, this is a petri dish of sorts for travelers seeking offbeat sites to explore on a visit to London. Rowe has even taste-tested some of the city’s science-themed restaurants and pubs, such as the Astronomer in Bishopsgate and the Old Doctor Butler’s Head in Moorgate. Each chapter lists specific sites with addresses, historical information, and valuable tips that provide a more in-depth and specific focus while visiting.
VERDICT A beautiful, expansive guide to London’s scientifically significant sites, engaging for both urban and armchair explorers. It readily complements information found in Fodor’s or Lonely Planet guides to the city.
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