02773cam a22003253u 4500 59020 UtSlPG 20260610134347.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Besant, Walter, 1836-1901 Fifty Years Ago 50 Years Ago Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2019-03-06 Preface -- Great Britain, Ireland, and the colonies -- The year 1837 -- London in 1837 -- In the street -- With the people -- With the middle-class -- In society -- At the play and the show -- In the house -- At school and university -- The tavern -- In club- and card-land -- With the wits -- Journals and journalists -- The sportsman -- In factory and mine -- With the men of science -- Law and justice -- Conclusion. Produced by Chris Curnow, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Fifty Years Ago" by Walter Besant is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work aims to provide a detailed portrayal of British society and life as it existed around the time of Queen Victoria's ascension to the throne, reflecting on the significant changes that had occurred over the preceding fifty years. It delves into various aspects of British life, including politics, law, and social customs, offering a comprehensive view of the transformations that shaped the era. The opening of the book sets the stage for this exploration by establishing the time frame—1837—and reflecting on the significant continuity and change in societal values and structures. Besant expresses his astonishment at the profound evolution in public opinion and lifestyle, juxtaposing the past with the present. He discusses topics such as the lack of American influence in Britain at the time, the ongoing reverence for rank and privilege, political negligence, and the gradual awakening of democratic ideals. This context builds a foundation for understanding the future chapters that further elaborate on the shifts in manners, politics, and various societal sectors as the narrative progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 19th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59020 99846 99846