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Title: London
Note: Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "London" by Walter Besant is a historical account, written in the late 19th century. The work aims to depict the city of London through vivid snapshots that reflect its streets, buildings, and especially its citizens engaging in various aspects of daily life, from trade to celebrations. Besant intends to delve into the lives of ordinary Londoners across different periods, offering readers a unique perspective on the social fabric of the city. The beginning of "London" introduces the author's intention to create a comprehensive portrayal of the city, highlighting the need to capture the essence of its history and the lives of its people. Besant references historical authorities such as Gildas and the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle to explain the context of London's evolution following the departure of the Romans. He elaborates on the city's topographical significance and its dramatic changes, indicating continuity in life despite conquests and societal shifts. Overall, the opening sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of London's transformation through various historical phases and its impact on the everyday lives of its inhabitants. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Besant, Walter, 1836-1901
EBook No.: 45752
Published: May 25, 2014
Downloads: 112
Language: English
Subject: London (England) -- Social life and customs
Subject: London (England) -- History
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
Note: Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "London" by Walter Besant is a historical account, written in the late 19th century. The work aims to depict the city of London through vivid snapshots that reflect its streets, buildings, and especially its citizens engaging in various aspects of daily life, from trade to celebrations. Besant intends to delve into the lives of ordinary Londoners across different periods, offering readers a unique perspective on the social fabric of the city. The beginning of "London" introduces the author's intention to create a comprehensive portrayal of the city, highlighting the need to capture the essence of its history and the lives of its people. Besant references historical authorities such as Gildas and the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle to explain the context of London's evolution following the departure of the Romans. He elaborates on the city's topographical significance and its dramatic changes, indicating continuity in life despite conquests and societal shifts. Overall, the opening sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of London's transformation through various historical phases and its impact on the everyday lives of its inhabitants. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Besant, Walter, 1836-1901
EBook No.: 45752
Published: May 25, 2014
Downloads: 112
Language: English
Subject: London (England) -- Social life and customs
Subject: London (England) -- History
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.