The London Cabbie
- 178 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Alf Townsend's book will be entertaining reading for all Londoners, and anyone else who has travelled in the back of a black cab.
Alf Townsend Books
London Taxis at War
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
The narrative focuses on the unique history of London's cabs during both World Wars, highlighting their diverse roles beyond transportation. Alf Townsend, a seasoned cabbie, shares firsthand insights and anecdotes, detailing how cabs were repurposed for firefighting, ambulances, and more during the Second World War, as well as the challenges faced during zeppelin attacks in the First World War. Accompanied by over 90 photographs, the book offers a vivid and engaging exploration of this lesser-known aspect of wartime London.
A brutally honest yet entertaining account of the trials and tribulations of National Service in the 1950s