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Title: London Souvenirs
Note: Reading ease score: 63.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "London Souvenirs" by Charles William Heckethorn is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work explores various aspects of London life through themes such as gambling, society, and the famous figures of its past. It delves into the cultural fabric of the city, focusing particularly on the intriguing world of gambling clubs and the social milieu of both the aristocracy and the general populace. The opening of the text discusses the pervasive nature of gambling in London, highlighting its historical context and societal implications. Heckethorn illustrates how gambling was not only a vice but an entrenched aspect of social life, with references to notorious gambling establishments and the behaviors of their patrons. The narrative begins with investigative commentary on gambling clubs from earlier centuries, detailing their transformation and the influence they wielded over both the elite and the lower classes. Through anecdotes and historical references, the author sets the stage for a deeper exploration into the effects of gambling on London society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Creator: Heckethorn, Charles William
EBook No.: 44044
Published: Oct 26, 2013
Downloads: 81
Language: English
Subject: London (England) -- Description and travel
Subject: London (England) -- History -- 1800-1950
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 Souvenirs
Note: Reading ease score: 63.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "London Souvenirs" by Charles William Heckethorn is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work explores various aspects of London life through themes such as gambling, society, and the famous figures of its past. It delves into the cultural fabric of the city, focusing particularly on the intriguing world of gambling clubs and the social milieu of both the aristocracy and the general populace. The opening of the text discusses the pervasive nature of gambling in London, highlighting its historical context and societal implications. Heckethorn illustrates how gambling was not only a vice but an entrenched aspect of social life, with references to notorious gambling establishments and the behaviors of their patrons. The narrative begins with investigative commentary on gambling clubs from earlier centuries, detailing their transformation and the influence they wielded over both the elite and the lower classes. Through anecdotes and historical references, the author sets the stage for a deeper exploration into the effects of gambling on London society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Creator: Heckethorn, Charles William
EBook No.: 44044
Published: Oct 26, 2013
Downloads: 81
Language: English
Subject: London (England) -- Description and travel
Subject: London (England) -- History -- 1800-1950
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.