""The Palace and the Hospital V1: Or Chronicles of Greenwich"" is a book written by Alfred Guy L'Estrange, and was first published in 1886. The book is a historical account of the town of Greenwich, located in London, England. It covers the period from the town's earliest beginnings up to the 19th century, and focuses on two of its most important institutions - the Royal Palace and the Royal Hospital. The book provides a detailed and fascinating insight into the history of Greenwich, including its royal connections and the important role it played in the development of London as a major city. The author describes the various kings and queens who lived in the Palace, and how it was used as a center of power and influence. He also details the establishment of the Royal Hospital, which was built to care for injured and disabled sailors, and became one of the most important institutions of its kind in the world.Throughout the book, L'Estrange uses a variety of sources to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of Greenwich's history. He draws on historical records, personal accounts, and other sources to paint a vivid picture of life in the town over the centuries. Overall, ""The Palace and the Hospital V1: Or Chronicles of Greenwich"" is a fascinating and informative book that will appeal to anyone with an interest in London's history, or in the history of royal palaces and hospitals. It is a valuable resource for historians, researchers, and anyone who wants to learn more about this important and fascinating town.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.