Consort

Lars' wife and Consort, Jenifer Andersen, has written an excellent book about the City of London, called "Domine Dirige Nos - An Introduction to the City of London".

Book

Domine Dirige Nos - An Introduction to the City of London, second edition

A unique introductory visual guide and essential reading for anyone with an interest in the City of London and its traditions. Learn at a glance about the history of the Square Mile, geography, wards, people, livery companies and a year in the life of civic London. Full of fun facts and illustrations, this is a must-have, easy-to-read, clear and concise introduction to the City of London.

Praise for "An Introduction to the City of London"

"An accessible, wide-ranging and above all interesting guide to all aspects of the City – its history, its geography, and its many institutions."
Sir William Russell, Lord Mayor of the City of London, 2019-2021

"This book, a wonderful combination of directory, reference, and guide to the City of London, refutes the 1957 Royal Commission On Local Government conclusion that logic has its limits and the position of the City lies outside them. If anything, this work reaffirms how local community spirit and traditions within the world’s oldest continuous democracy have created prosperity and a wonderful public realm at the heart of the nation."
Alderman & Sheriff Professor Michael Mainelli, Lord Mayor of the City of London, 2023-2024

"However much or however little you know about the City of London, this lovely book will be your ‘go to’ reference. A wonderful work in simple and easy to read chapters, it takes the reader through the ages to the present day. Highly informative and great fun. A ‘must have’ for anyone interested in the Square Mile, its history, its people, the Lord Mayor, the City of London Corporation and the Livery Companies. I shall be recommending it to every City Consort whether Past, Present or Future. "
Von Spofforth, Founder, City Consorts.

How to purchase

You can find the book at Daunt Books on Cheapside, as well as through Amazon or Etsy.