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100 1 _aMiller, Thomas,
_d1807-1874
245 1 0 _aPicturesque Sketches of London, Past and Present
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2014-08-11
508 _aProduced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Picturesque Sketches of London, Past and Present" by Thomas Miller is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work provides an insightful exploration of London's rich history, presenting both past and present scenes through a vivid and poetic lens. Miller delves into the evolution of the city, highlighting various landmarks, events, and notable figures that have shaped its character over centuries. The opening of the text sets the stage for a reflective journey through ancient London, as Miller expresses the mystery surrounding the early history of the city and its inhabitants. He poignantly addresses the challenge of understanding London's origins, using evocative imagery to describe the city as it stood during the Roman period, and the legends surrounding its early settlers. The chapter hints at a blend of personal observation and historical analysis, showcasing iconic sites such as St. Paul's Cathedral, while contrasting London's bustling modernity with the ghostly echoes of its past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aLondon (England) -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46565
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