Routledge : London, Londoners and the Great Fire of 1666 Book

Explore the human side of one of the most significant catastrophes in British history. While most studies of the Great Fire of 1666 focus on the destruction of the built environment, this Routledge research volume shifts the focus to the people of London. It examines how individuals and communities reacted to the disaster and how they responded to the aftermath. By utilizing a wide range of manuscript sources, this book provides a detailed look at the social, economic, and cultural changes occurring in seventeenth-century London. It places the response to the fire within the context of existing trends in early modern history, offering a fresh perspective on how a major city recovers from total devastation. This is an essential resource for readers interested in the social history of England and the lived experiences of those who survived the flames.