De Amicis, Edmondo 1846-1908 creator Simonin, Louis 1830-1886 text utu 2008 monographic it 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Ricordi di Londra" by Edmondo De Amicis is a travelogue written in the late 19th century. The book captures the author's observations and experiences as he explores London for the first time, offering vivid descriptions of its grandeur as well as its stark contrasts, particularly in relation to poverty. De Amicis is accompanied by the contrasting perspectives of Louis Simonin, who later provides a glimpse into the lives of the city's underprivileged. At the start of the narrative, De Amicis recounts his tumultuous voyage to London, marked by seasickness and anticipation. Upon arrival, he is overwhelmed by the vastness and chaotic energy of the city. The opening details his initial experiences in London—the bustling streets, the imposing architecture, and the endless flow of people. As he navigates through the city, he becomes acutely aware of the dramatic contrasts between the opulence of certain areas and the grim realities of poverty found in the less favorable parts of London. These first impressions set the stage for his deeper explorations of the city's dual nature, hinting at a rich tapestry of stories to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2008-12-28 Produced by Carlo Traverso, Emanuela Piasentini, Claudio Paganelli and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by Biblioteca Nazionale Braidense - Milano) Original publication data not identified Poor -- England -- London London (England) -- Description and travel DA Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27640 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27640 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133630.0 27640