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""The History of Gog and Magog: The Champions of London"" is a book written by John Galt that explores the mythical tale of two giant figures who were believed to have protected the city of London. The book delves into the origins of the legend, tracing it back to ancient biblical texts and medieval literature. It also examines the various depictions of Gog and Magog in art and literature throughout history. The author provides a detailed account of the role that the two giant figures played in the city's cultural heritage and how they became an integral part of London's identity. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of London or the origins of myth and legend.THE warden of the castle being at his post, on the top of the highest tower, saw the army of Gog and Magog advancing over Cornhill, and instantly sounded an alarm. Humbug, with all his tyrannical qualities, was not deficient in personal courage.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.