02178cam a22003133u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003704000110007804100170008905000070010610000290011324500330014226400510017530000470022633600260027333700260029933800360032550000310036150800260039252012720041853400450169065300330173570000360176885600430180499900170184749322UtSlPG20260610134132.0mcr n260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aDA1 aD'Anvers, N.,d1844-193314aThe Skirts of the Great City 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2015  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2015-06-29  aProduced by Al Haines  a"The Skirts of the Great City" by Mrs. Arthur G. Bell is a historical account focusing on the suburban areas adjacent to London, written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the rich histories, notable landmarks, and cultural significance of various neighborhoods and villages surrounding the great metropolis. Particularly, it begins by discussing Hampstead and its captivating past, providing insights into how these areas evolved over time against a backdrop of significant historical events.  The opening of the volume explores Hampstead's history, emphasizing its transformation from a humble village into a fashionable suburb due to its natural springs and health resorts. It introduces various elements such as the ancient manor, associations with historical figures, and the overall atmosphere that influenced its development. The narrative also reflects on the impact of the larger city of London as it enveloped these outlying communities, urging readers to recognize the intertwined stories that give character to each suburb. Highlights include discussions of local governance, architectural changes, and social dynamics that shaped the identity of Hampstead and its surroundings through the years. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aSuburbs -- England -- London1 aBell, Arthur George,d1849-191640uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49322  c90160d90160