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Title: London Impressions: Etchings and Pictures in Photogravure
Note: Reading ease score: 72.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary: "London Impressions: Etchings and Pictures in Photogravure by Alice Meynell" is a beautiful collection of essays and illustrations that explores the multifaceted character of London in the late 19th century. Co-authored by the renowned writer Alice Meynell and complemented by the etchings of William Hyde, the book captures the essence of London through both visual artistry and literary expression. It delves into the myriad influences of the city's landscape and life, examining its architecture, atmosphere, and the social tapestry woven within its streets. The content of the book is a rich blend of descriptive essays and pictorial representations, each illuminating different aspects of London. Meynell's essays encapsulate her observations on various subjects such as the climate of smoke, the beauty of its streets and parks, and the unique character of its riverside and marketplaces. The essays are interspersed with Hyde's stunning photogravures and etchings, showcasing scenes from the city, from the iconic landmarks like Westminster Abbey to more intimate portrayals of daily life in its back streets. This work stands as both a celebration and contemplation of the capital, providing readers with vivid imagery and thought-provoking commentary on the complexities of urban existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Meynell, Alice, 1847-1922
Illustrator: Hyde, William Henry, 1858-1925
EBook No.: 32842
Published: Jun 16, 2010
Downloads: 142
Language: English
Subject: London (England) -- Description and travel
Subject: London (England) -- Pictorial works
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: London Impressions: Etchings and Pictures in Photogravure
Note: Reading ease score: 72.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive.)
Summary: "London Impressions: Etchings and Pictures in Photogravure by Alice Meynell" is a beautiful collection of essays and illustrations that explores the multifaceted character of London in the late 19th century. Co-authored by the renowned writer Alice Meynell and complemented by the etchings of William Hyde, the book captures the essence of London through both visual artistry and literary expression. It delves into the myriad influences of the city's landscape and life, examining its architecture, atmosphere, and the social tapestry woven within its streets. The content of the book is a rich blend of descriptive essays and pictorial representations, each illuminating different aspects of London. Meynell's essays encapsulate her observations on various subjects such as the climate of smoke, the beauty of its streets and parks, and the unique character of its riverside and marketplaces. The essays are interspersed with Hyde's stunning photogravures and etchings, showcasing scenes from the city, from the iconic landmarks like Westminster Abbey to more intimate portrayals of daily life in its back streets. This work stands as both a celebration and contemplation of the capital, providing readers with vivid imagery and thought-provoking commentary on the complexities of urban existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Meynell, Alice, 1847-1922
Illustrator: Hyde, William Henry, 1858-1925
EBook No.: 32842
Published: Jun 16, 2010
Downloads: 142
Language: English
Subject: London (England) -- Description and travel
Subject: London (England) -- Pictorial works
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.