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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.

urn:gutenberg:43504:2 2013-08-19T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Cruikshank, Robert Cruikshank, George Moncrieff, W. T. (William Thomas) Egan, Pierce Hindley, Charles en 1
2024-11-05T12:24:48Z The True History of Tom & Jerry

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.

urn:gutenberg:43504:3 2013-08-19T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Cruikshank, Robert Cruikshank, George Moncrieff, W. T. (William Thomas) Egan, Pierce Hindley, Charles en 1