A Dictionary of Victorian London
An A-Z of the Great Metropolis
Published on 1. August 2006
346 pages
978-0-85728-711-3 (ISBN)
Description
From slums to suburbs, freak-shows to fast food, prisons to pornography, 'A Dictionary of Victorian London' is a fascinating expose of everyday life in the Great Metropolis of Victorian London. Compiling authentic nineteenth-century voices from a multitude of sources, including advertisements, diaries, court cases, journalism and guidebooks, Lee Jackson paints a unique picture of life in a vibrant and diverse city in an alphabetical guide. With striking contemporary illustrations throughout, this is a must-read for anyone interested in the remarkable history of London and the enthralling lives of the Victorians.
Reviews / Votes
'As if by magic, Lee Jackson rides to the rescue with his cornucopia of Victorian delight.' -'The Spectator' 'Our glimpse at the lives of those million creatures touches on a kaleidoscopic range of subjects... judicious choice of contemporary sources ensures Jackson's book never lapses into stale Victoriana.' -'FT Magazine' 'This is a fascinating book to dig into.' -Museum of LondonMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Illustrations
27+ halftone images
File size
4,65 MB
ISBN-13
978-0-85728-711-3 (9780857287113)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
Book
08/2006
Anthem Press
€16.50
Shipment within 10-15 days
Person
Lee Jackson is the author of the acclaimed Decimus Webb series of Victorian murder mysteries, including 'A Metropolitan Murder', 'The Welfare of the Dead' and 'The Last Pleasure Garden'. He lives in Stoke Newington, London, with his partner Joanne and their daughter Clara.
Content
List of Illustrations; Preface, Entries A-Z; Appendix I; Appendix II; Appendix III; Appendix IV; Appendix V
