Street Food: Hawkers and the History of London: By Charlie Taverner. Pp. xii + 244 + 17 illustrations. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2023. £30.00. ISBN 978-0-19-284694-5. Hardback.

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"Street Food: Hawkers and the History of London" by Charlie Taverner is a comprehensive exploration of the lives and experiences of street sellers in early modern and nineteenth-century London. The book examines the individuals, their goods, and the systems that allowed them to make a living. Taverner utilizes a thematic approach, drawing from a wide range of digital resources and primary sources to paint a vivid picture of the economic precarity faced by street sellers. The book also discusses the evolving regulations and challenges faced by street sellers, as well as the history of the iconic "Cries of London." This well-researched and beautifully written book offers valuable insights into the history of street food in London and will be of interest to anyone studying the topic. [Extracted from the article]

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