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Title: Real Life In London, Volumes I. and II.
Or, The Rambles and Adventures of Bob Tallyho, Esq., and His Cousin, the Hon. Tom Dashall, Through the Metropolis; Exhibiting a Living Picture of Fashionable Characters, Manners, and Amusements in High and Low Life (1821)

Note: Reading ease score: 59.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Note: The authorship of this work (originally published anonymously) is uncertain. It seems unlikely that it is really by Pierce Egan, but it may not be by John Badcock either.

Credits: David Widger
Revised by Richard Tonsing.

Summary: "Real Life in London, Volumes I and II" by Badcock and Egan is a satirical exploration of London society written in the early 19th century. The narrative follows Bob Tallyho, Esquire, and his cousin, the Honorable Tom Dashall, as they navigate the extravagant and often absurd world of London's fashionable characters, manners, and amusements. The story promises a humorous depiction of the contrasts between high and low life in the city, revealing the follies and vices that accompany them. The opening portion of the tale introduces us to Tom Dashall, who is returning from a fox hunt when he encounters Bob Tallyho, who is contemplating the transition from rural life to the vibrant city. Their dialogue showcases Bob's internal conflict between the pleasures of country life and the seductive allure of London. Tom, acting as a guide, enthusiastically recounts the various charms of city life, including opulent pursuits and high society gatherings. As the two characters embark on their journey, the narrative hints at the amusing and often chaotic experiences that await them in their quest to uncover the reality of life in London, blending humor with sharp social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Badcock, John, active 1816-1830

Author: Egan, Pierce, 1772-1849

Illustrator: Alken, Henry Thomas, 1784-1851

Illustrator: Dighton, Richard, 1795-1880

Illustrator: Heath, William, 1795-1840

Illustrator: Rowlandson, Thomas, 1756-1827

EBook No.: 20484

Published: Jan 30, 2007

Downloads: 410

Language: English

Subject: London (England) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Real Life In London, Volumes I. and II.
Or, The Rambles and Adventures of Bob Tallyho, Esq., and His Cousin, the Hon. Tom Dashall, Through the Metropolis; Exhibiting a Living Picture of Fashionable Characters, Manners, and Amusements in High and Low Life (1821)

Note: Reading ease score: 59.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Note: The authorship of this work (originally published anonymously) is uncertain. It seems unlikely that it is really by Pierce Egan, but it may not be by John Badcock either.

Credits: David Widger
Revised by Richard Tonsing.

Summary: "Real Life in London, Volumes I and II" by Badcock and Egan is a satirical exploration of London society written in the early 19th century. The narrative follows Bob Tallyho, Esquire, and his cousin, the Honorable Tom Dashall, as they navigate the extravagant and often absurd world of London's fashionable characters, manners, and amusements. The story promises a humorous depiction of the contrasts between high and low life in the city, revealing the follies and vices that accompany them. The opening portion of the tale introduces us to Tom Dashall, who is returning from a fox hunt when he encounters Bob Tallyho, who is contemplating the transition from rural life to the vibrant city. Their dialogue showcases Bob's internal conflict between the pleasures of country life and the seductive allure of London. Tom, acting as a guide, enthusiastically recounts the various charms of city life, including opulent pursuits and high society gatherings. As the two characters embark on their journey, the narrative hints at the amusing and often chaotic experiences that await them in their quest to uncover the reality of life in London, blending humor with sharp social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Badcock, John, active 1816-1830

Author: Egan, Pierce, 1772-1849

Illustrator: Alken, Henry Thomas, 1784-1851

Illustrator: Dighton, Richard, 1795-1880

Illustrator: Heath, William, 1795-1840

Illustrator: Rowlandson, Thomas, 1756-1827

EBook No.: 20484

Published: Jan 30, 2007

Downloads: 410

Language: English

Subject: London (England) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.