People and Places – Lost Estates in Highgate, Hornsey and Wood Green

Edited by Joan Schwitzer

The history of twelve lost estates written by ten distinguished local historians. People and Places contains over 60 rare illustrations and maps, this book has been highly praised in national reviews and by local people.

About the author

The late Dr Joan Schwitzer was a founder member, Chairman and President of Hornsey Historical Society. She was an energetic and far-sighted leader who laid secure foundations for HHS. Joan is irreplaceable. She was the author of numerous articles and books published by HHS and elsewhere. She lived in Highgate for over fifty years.