The Mysteries of Modern London by George R. Sims
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| Author | Sims, George R., 1847-1922 |
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| Illustrator | Spurrier, Steven, 1878-1961 |
| Title | The Mysteries of Modern London |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Mysteries of Modern London" by George R. Sims is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The text explores the concealed aspects of life in London, focusing on the hidden crimes and societal issues that often go unreported, portraying the complexities of the city through various narratives. The author aims to peel back the layers of mystery surrounding everyday life in London, revealing its darker, oft-ignored realities. The opening portion of the work introduces the concept of unrecorded crimes and mysteries woven into the fabric of London life. Sims reflects on the hidden tragedies faced by individuals within the bustling city, using anecdotes about various societal outcasts and the unexpected intersections of lives in the midst of crime and darkness. He paints a vivid picture of an enigmatic London, teeming with stories of individuals who have succumbed to circumstances, suggesting a silent complexity beneath the city's surface that only diligent observers can uncover. These themes serve as the foundation for a deeper exploration of the social fabric of urban life, illustrating the interplay between ordinary existence and the extraordinary tragedies that lurk behind closed doors. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | London (England) -- History |
| Subject | Criminals -- England -- London |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49701 |
| Release Date | Aug 14, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 110 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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