London Self-Governed (1866)

London Self-Governed is a book written by William Augustus Fraser in 1866. It is a comprehensive analysis of the governance system of London during the mid-19th century. The book focuses on the city's administration, its legal system, and the various institutions that were responsible for maintaining law and order in the city. Fraser's work is a detailed account of the challenges faced by the city and the measures taken to address them. The author explores the role of the Metropolitan Board of Works, which was responsible for the city's infrastructure, including the construction of roads, bridges, and public buildings. He also examines the workings of the Metropolitan Police Force, which was established in 1829 and was one of the first modern police forces in the world. The book is an important historical document that provides insight into the development of London's governance system and the challenges faced by the city during the mid-19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of London or the development of modern governance systems.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.