Isbn: 9781332722860 - the microcosm of london, or london in miniature, vol. 1 (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book encapsulates a journey through London's elite institutions, each considered a microcosm of the city itself. Through stunning colored plates, the author uses pictorial storytelling to transport readers to the heart of the city's social scenes. The reader follows the story of its inhabitants, whose lives weave through the grand interiors of palaces, cathedrals, theaters, hospitals, and prisons, offering a glimpse into their exclusive, opulent worlds and the lives of those who served them. From the gilded halls of the Royal Academy to the heart-wrenching depths of debtor's prison, this book presents a multifaceted perspective of a city steeped in wealth, power, and inequality. Between the lines, the author subtly explores the societal shifts of the time, with the rise of trade and the enlightenment influencing the shape of London and its people, from the grandeur of St. Paul's to the confinement of the Bridewell workhouse. This is a unique historical document and a fascinating look at the underbelly of Georgian society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …