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Title: The Survey of London
Note: Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "The Survey of London" by John Stow is a historical account written in the late 16th century. This seminal work serves as a comprehensive exploration of the history, structure, and societal nuances of London during the time of Stow’s writing. As one of the earliest examples of topographical literature, it aims to paint a vivid picture of Elizabethan London, offering insights into its development, culture, and the lives of its inhabitants. At the start of the text, Stow articulates his intentions for the survey and provides context regarding his motivations for undertaking such an ambitious project. He reflects on the importance of documenting the city, expressing his desire to share a range of historical and cultural information about London with future readers. The narrative establishes a foundation for understanding the significance of the city's past, including references to notable figures and events that shaped its evolution. Stow’s initial prose showcases a mixture of personal reminiscence, collected anecdotes, and data drawn from his extensive research, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of London’s many facets. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Stow, John, 1525?-1605
Author of introduction, etc.: Wheatley, Henry B. (Henry Benjamin), 1838-1917
EBook No.: 42959
Published: Jun 16, 2013
Downloads: 519
Language: English
Subject: London (England) -- Description and travel
Subject: London (England) -- History -- 16th century -- Sources
Subject: London (England) -- Surveys
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Survey of London
Note: Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Henry Flower and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
Summary: "The Survey of London" by John Stow is a historical account written in the late 16th century. This seminal work serves as a comprehensive exploration of the history, structure, and societal nuances of London during the time of Stow’s writing. As one of the earliest examples of topographical literature, it aims to paint a vivid picture of Elizabethan London, offering insights into its development, culture, and the lives of its inhabitants. At the start of the text, Stow articulates his intentions for the survey and provides context regarding his motivations for undertaking such an ambitious project. He reflects on the importance of documenting the city, expressing his desire to share a range of historical and cultural information about London with future readers. The narrative establishes a foundation for understanding the significance of the city's past, including references to notable figures and events that shaped its evolution. Stow’s initial prose showcases a mixture of personal reminiscence, collected anecdotes, and data drawn from his extensive research, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of London’s many facets. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Stow, John, 1525?-1605
Author of introduction, etc.: Wheatley, Henry B. (Henry Benjamin), 1838-1917
EBook No.: 42959
Published: Jun 16, 2013
Downloads: 519
Language: English
Subject: London (England) -- Description and travel
Subject: London (England) -- History -- 16th century -- Sources
Subject: London (England) -- Surveys
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.