A Few Odd Characters Out Of The London Streets: As Represented In Mr. Henry Mayhew's Curious Conversation (1857) - Brossura

Mayhew, Henry

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ISBN 10: 1436727081 ISBN 13: 9781436727082

Casa editrice: Kessinger Publishing, 2008

Riassunto

""A Few Odd Characters Out Of The London Streets: As Represented In Mr. Henry Mayhew�������s Curious Conversation (1857)"" is a book written by Henry Mayhew that offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of some of the most unusual and intriguing characters from the streets of London during the 19th century. Mayhew, a journalist and social reformer, spent years interviewing and observing people from all walks of life, from chimney sweeps and street vendors to prostitutes and pickpockets. The book is a collection of these interviews and conversations, providing a vivid and detailed portrait of the lives and struggles of these individuals. Mayhew's writing is both informative and entertaining, as he captures the unique dialects and mannerisms of his subjects, and provides insight into the social and economic conditions of the time. Overall, ""A Few Odd Characters Out Of The London Streets"" is a valuable historical document, offering a rare glimpse into a fascinating and often overlooked aspect of London's past. It is a must-read for anyone interested in social history, journalism, or the city of London itself.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Dettagli dell?edizione

• Editore: Kessinger Publishing
• Data di pubblicazione: 2008
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1436727081
• ISBN 13: 9781436727082
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 52
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile