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100 1 _aHindley, Charles,
_d-1893
245 1 4 _aThe True History of Tom & Jerry :
_bor, The Day and Night Scenes, of Life in London from the Start to the Finish!
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2013
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2013-08-19
508 _aProduced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.)
520 _a"The True History of Tom & Jerry" by Hindley, Egan, and Moncrieff is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work serves as a companion piece to Pierce Egan's original "Life in London," capturing the escapades of two friends, Tom and Jerry, as they navigate the vibrant and often tumultuous London life of their time. The narrative not only chronicles their adventures but also offers a glossary of slang and flash terms used during that era, presenting a rich tapestry of societal manners and customs. At the start of the book, the reader is introduced to Tom and Jerry, who embody the spirit of London life amidst a backdrop of humor and camaraderie. Tom swiftly instructs Jerry, a newcomer, on the social dynamics of the city while emphasizing the importance of appearance and refinement in achieving a “swell” lifestyle. Their conversation introduces themes of class distinction and urban experience, setting the tone for their future escapades filled with laughter, learning, and lively interactions with various characters that populate the city. The opening portion hints at a blend of comedy and commentary on societal norms, inviting readers to explore the humorous yet insightful exploration of life in 19th century London. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aHumorous stories, English
653 _aLondon (England) -- Social life and customs
653 _aEnglish wit and humor
653 _aHumorous poetry, English
653 _aTheater -- England -- History -- 19th century
700 1 _aEgan, Pierce,
_d1772-1849
700 1 _aMoncrieff, W. T.
_q(William Thomas),
_d1794-1857
700 1 _aCruikshank, George,
_d1792-1878
700 1 _aCruikshank, Robert,
_d1789-1856
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43504
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