The Night Side of London by J. Ewing Ritchie
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| Author | Ritchie, J. Ewing (James Ewing), 1820-1898 |
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| Title | The Night Side of London |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1858 William Tweedie edition by David Price |
| Summary | "The Night Side of London" by J. Ewing Ritchie is a social commentary written in the mid-19th century. This detailed work explores the darker aspects of Victorian London, focusing on the lives of the poor, the criminal classes, and various forms of vice. Through vivid descriptions, Ritchie aims to unveil the stark contrasts within the city, revealing the hidden realities of those living in urban poverty while captivating readers with the dramatic social landscape of that era. At the start of the book, the author sets the stage by introducing the vast and populous city of London, starkly contrasting its wealth and prosperity with the suffering of its marginalized inhabitants. Ritchie notes the shocking statistics pertaining to poverty, crime, and the precarious existence of the urban working class, revealing how many succumb to vice and despair. He paints a visceral picture of public hangings, drunken crowds, and the prevalence of prostitution, aiming to provoke a reaction from the reader regarding the societal issues plaguing the city. Through his compelling observations, Ritchie invites readers to witness firsthand the moral and social decay present amidst the glamour of London, setting a dramatic tone for the rest of the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | London (England) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32774 |
| Release Date | Jun 11, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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