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100 1 _aSmith, John Thomas,
_d1766-1833
245 1 4 _aThe Cries of London :
_bExhibiting Several of the Itinerant Traders of Antient and Modern Times
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2011-10-22
508 _aProduced by the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520 _a"The Cries of London" by John Thomas Smith is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work explores the various itinerant traders who populated the streets of London in both ancient and modern times, showcasing their distinctive cries that advertised their goods and services. The book is enriched with engravings and illustrations, many of which were produced by the author himself, portraying the colorful characters that once made up the bustling city life. The opening of the work introduces the reader to its intent and scope, describing how the cries of these traders often become a source of nostalgia and curiosity for both the young and the elderly. John Thomas Smith emphasizes the connection between these cries and historical context, revealing their significance in London's societal fabric. The initial pages set the stage for detailed accounts of various trades—from watchmen and water-carriers to jailers and rat-catchers—drawing on both historical records and personal anecdotes. Through his detailed observations, Smith invites readers to appreciate the rich tapestry of London's street life, capturing a world that blends commerce with culture and memory. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCries -- England -- London
653 _aPeddling -- England -- London
653 _aLondon (England) -- Social life and customs -- Illustrations
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37817
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