02799cam a22003733u 4500 20484 UtSlPG 20260610133455.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Badcock, John, active 1816-1830 Real Life In London, Volumes I. and II. : Or, The Rambles and Adventures of Bob Tallyho, Esq., and His Cousin, the Hon. Tom Dashall, Through the Metropolis; Exhibiting a Living Picture of Fashionable Characters, Manners, and Amusements in High and Low Life (1821) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier The authorship of this work (originally published anonymously) is uncertain. It seems unlikely that it is really by Pierce Egan, but it may not be by John Badcock either. Release date is 2007-01-30 David Widger Revised by Richard Tonsing. "Real Life in London, Volumes I and II" by Badcock and Egan is a satirical exploration of London society written in the early 19th century. The narrative follows Bob Tallyho, Esquire, and his cousin, the Honorable Tom Dashall, as they navigate the extravagant and often absurd world of London's fashionable characters, manners, and amusements. The story promises a humorous depiction of the contrasts between high and low life in the city, revealing the follies and vices that accompany them. The opening portion of the tale introduces us to Tom Dashall, who is returning from a fox hunt when he encounters Bob Tallyho, who is contemplating the transition from rural life to the vibrant city. Their dialogue showcases Bob's internal conflict between the pleasures of country life and the seductive allure of London. Tom, acting as a guide, enthusiastically recounts the various charms of city life, including opulent pursuits and high society gatherings. As the two characters embark on their journey, the narrative hints at the amusing and often chaotic experiences that await them in their quest to uncover the reality of life in London, blending humor with sharp social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified London (England) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century Egan, Pierce, 1772-1849 Alken, Henry Thomas, 1784-1851 Dighton, Richard, 1795-1880 Heath, William, 1795-1840 Rowlandson, Thomas, 1756-1827 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20484 61755 61755