A London Mosaic by Walter Lionel George

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Author George, Walter Lionel, 1882-1926
Illustrator Forbes-Robertson, Philippe
Title A London Mosaic
Credits Charlie Howard and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
Summary "A London Mosaic" by Walter Lionel George is a reflective work that explores the culture and character of London, likely written in the early 20th century. This book seems to provide a personal and somewhat idiosyncratic view of the city, avoiding typical tourist highlights in favor of a more intimate portrayal of its people and places. The author expresses a deep affection for London, presenting it as a tapestry of emotions and experiences rather than merely a collection of landmarks. The opening of the work introduces the author's relationship with London, characterized by a mixture of admiration and critique. He sets the tone by explaining what the book will not cover—famous locations, historical facts about notable figures, or picturesque scenes. Instead, George emphasizes his journey through the city, focusing on the quirks of daily life and the varied neighborhoods that make up London. He illustrates this by describing the urban landscape as a complex mesh of experiences, where the beauty and ugliness coexist, providing a rich backdrop for exploration. The tone is conversational and slightly irreverent, suggesting an author's intent to engage readers with genuine observations rather than conventional narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject London (England) -- Social life and customs
Subject London (England) -- Description and travel
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EBook-No. 60280
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 17, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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