Twice round the clock; or, The hours of the day and night in London by Sala
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Sala, George Augustus, 1828-1895
English
"Twice Round the Clock; or, The Hours of the Day and Night in London" by George Augustus Sala is a collection of essays that captures various facets of London life during the mid-19th century. The book explores the city's rhythms, detailing the activities and characters that inhabit its streets throughout a full 24-hour cycle. The vivid description...
industry, and the vibrant scenes of Covent Garden. At the start of the work, the author engages readers with a personal invitation to experience London as they never have before, urging them to join in on an exciting exploration that spans both day and night. The opening segment introduces the reader to a market at 4:00 a.m. at Billingsgate Market, highlighting the city's bustling atmosphere as vendors prepare for business and detailing the early-morning cacophony of church bells. This introduction sets a lively and vivid tone, showcasing Sala's keen observational skills and rich prose as he describes the sounds, sights, and social interactions of early London, and hints at the array of diverse experiences that will unfold in the chapters to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Thomas Taylor
4 months agoFrom start to finish, the writing remains engaging even during complex sections. This turned out to be a great decision.
Michael Lopez
4 months agoI picked this up late one night and the content stirkes a great balance between detail and readability. This deserves far more attention.
Steven Clark
1 month agoI was genuinely impressed since it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. I have no regrets downloading this.
Mary Jackson
4 months agoFrom a casual reader’s perspective, the insights offered are both practical and thought-provoking. An unexpectedly enjoyable experience.
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George Baker
3 months agoAfter finishing this book, the author anticipates common questions and addresses them well. Don't hesitate to download this.