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EPISODE · Mar 5, 2026 · 10 MIN

026 - THAT SAD STONE Cleopatra's Needle

from Heart of London · host H. C. V. Morton

An ever-muttering prisoned storm, The heart of London beating warm. — John Davidson, Ballads and Songs. Dive into a collection of captivating essays originally published in The Daily Express, penned by a journalist and celebrated travel writer. Explore the rich tapestry of Londons evolution through poignant reflections, including a glimpse into the citys past with an 18th-century tavern inscription Here Herbs did grow, And Flowers sweet, But now tis called Saint Georges Street. This collection captures the essence of London, a city that holds the heartbeat of life itself. As the saying goes, When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life, for within its streets lies the full spectrum of human experience.

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