Thanks Caitlin for the inspiring reading at the Lido Cafe from her book Downstream on Monday 27th July. Also thanks to John for the loan of theis wonderful venue and also Nikki from Herne Hill books who supplied copies for the author to sign. Educational and entertaining, what more could you ask for.

Here are some glowing reviews of the book:

‘Hurrah .. for Caitlin Davies who fearlessly dives into the Thames to restore its reputation as a source of pleasure and even sensuality … Armed with Davies’ fascinating book, it is time for Londoners to rise and reclaim the river,’ Philip Hoare, The Guardian

‘Caitlin Davies’ warm, gleeful, beautiful biography of the Thames sets out to consolidate and record it . . . Big on detail, long-forgotten facts and anecdotes, contemporary and historical, personal and social, the book follows the Thames, section by section, travelogue style,’ Anna Morell, Outdoor Swimming Society