London and the Kingdom - Volume 1 A History Derived Mainly from the Archives at Guildhall in the Custody of the Corporation of the City of London.

"London and the Kingdom - Volume 1" by Reginald R. Sharpe is a historical journey into the heart of London's profound influence on England's story, built upon the treasures of Guildhall's archives. Starting with Roman times and continuing through the Norman Conquest, the book highlights London's special position as a free city and describes how its trading power, strong city government, and royal charters played key roles in big events like civil wars and royal power changes. The narrative explores how the city's unique freedoms shaped important moments in English history, showing the strong connection between London's development and the Kingdom's overall story.