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Title:
The True History of Tom & Jerry
or, The Day and Night Scenes, of Life in London from the Start to the Finish!
Note: Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary: "The True History of Tom & Jerry" by Hindley, Egan, and Moncrieff is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work serves as a companion piece to Pierce Egan's original "Life in London," capturing the escapades of two friends, Tom and Jerry, as they navigate the vibrant and often tumultuous London life of their time. The narrative not only chronicles their adventures but also offers a glossary of slang and flash terms used during that era, presenting a rich tapestry of societal manners and customs. At the start of the book, the reader is introduced to Tom and Jerry, who embody the spirit of London life amidst a backdrop of humor and camaraderie. Tom swiftly instructs Jerry, a newcomer, on the social dynamics of the city while emphasizing the importance of appearance and refinement in achieving a “swell” lifestyle. Their conversation introduces themes of class distinction and urban experience, setting the tone for their future escapades filled with laughter, learning, and lively interactions with various characters that populate the city. The opening portion hints at a blend of comedy and commentary on societal norms, inviting readers to explore the humorous yet insightful exploration of life in 19th century London. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hindley, Charles, -1893
Author: Egan, Pierce, 1772-1849
Author: Moncrieff, W. T. (William Thomas), 1794-1857
Illustrator: Cruikshank, George, 1792-1878
Illustrator: Cruikshank, Robert, 1789-1856
EBook No.: 43504
Published: Aug 19, 2013
Downloads: 203
Language: English
Subject: Humorous stories, English
Subject: London (England) -- Social life and customs
Subject: English wit and humor
Subject: Humorous poetry, English
Subject: Theater -- England -- History -- 19th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The True History of Tom & Jerry
or, The Day and Night Scenes, of Life in London from the Start to the Finish!
Note: Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was produced from images
generously made available by The Internet Archive.)
Summary: "The True History of Tom & Jerry" by Hindley, Egan, and Moncrieff is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work serves as a companion piece to Pierce Egan's original "Life in London," capturing the escapades of two friends, Tom and Jerry, as they navigate the vibrant and often tumultuous London life of their time. The narrative not only chronicles their adventures but also offers a glossary of slang and flash terms used during that era, presenting a rich tapestry of societal manners and customs. At the start of the book, the reader is introduced to Tom and Jerry, who embody the spirit of London life amidst a backdrop of humor and camaraderie. Tom swiftly instructs Jerry, a newcomer, on the social dynamics of the city while emphasizing the importance of appearance and refinement in achieving a “swell” lifestyle. Their conversation introduces themes of class distinction and urban experience, setting the tone for their future escapades filled with laughter, learning, and lively interactions with various characters that populate the city. The opening portion hints at a blend of comedy and commentary on societal norms, inviting readers to explore the humorous yet insightful exploration of life in 19th century London. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hindley, Charles, -1893
Author: Egan, Pierce, 1772-1849
Author: Moncrieff, W. T. (William Thomas), 1794-1857
Illustrator: Cruikshank, George, 1792-1878
Illustrator: Cruikshank, Robert, 1789-1856
EBook No.: 43504
Published: Aug 19, 2013
Downloads: 203
Language: English
Subject: Humorous stories, English
Subject: London (England) -- Social life and customs
Subject: English wit and humor
Subject: Humorous poetry, English
Subject: Theater -- England -- History -- 19th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.