02516cam a22003613u 4500 42959 UtSlPG 20260610134001.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Stow, John, 1525?-1605 The Survey of London Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Everyman's library, [no. 589] Release date is 2013-06-16 Produced by Henry Flower and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) "The Survey of London" by John Stow is a historical account written in the late 16th century. This seminal work serves as a comprehensive exploration of the history, structure, and societal nuances of London during the time of Stow’s writing. As one of the earliest examples of topographical literature, it aims to paint a vivid picture of Elizabethan London, offering insights into its development, culture, and the lives of its inhabitants. At the start of the text, Stow articulates his intentions for the survey and provides context regarding his motivations for undertaking such an ambitious project. He reflects on the importance of documenting the city, expressing his desire to share a range of historical and cultural information about London with future readers. The narrative establishes a foundation for understanding the significance of the city's past, including references to notable figures and events that shaped its evolution. Stow’s initial prose showcases a mixture of personal reminiscence, collected anecdotes, and data drawn from his extensive research, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of London’s many facets. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified London (England) -- Description and travel London (England) -- History -- 16th century -- Sources London (England) -- Surveys Wheatley, Henry B. (Henry Benjamin), 1838-1917 Everyman's library, [no. 589] https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42959 83798 83798