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The Seven Curses of London

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The Seven Curses of London is a novel written by James Greenwood that delves into the dark underbelly of Victorian London. The book explores the seven most prevalent social issues of the time, including poverty, prostitution, and crime. The author provides vivid descriptions of the squalid living conditions of the poor, the dangers faced by prostitutes, and the brutality of the criminal underworld. The novel also offers a glimpse into the lives of those who attempted to combat these issues, including philanthropists and social reformers. Through his writing, Greenwood exposes the harsh realities of life in Victorian London and highlights the need for social change. The Seven Curses of London is a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of London, social justice, or the Victorian era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781162759821
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 474
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x24 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 626 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 22. januar 2025
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The Seven Curses of London is a novel written by James Greenwood that delves into the dark underbelly of Victorian London. The book explores the seven most prevalent social issues of the time, including poverty, prostitution, and crime. The author provides vivid descriptions of the squalid living conditions of the poor, the dangers faced by prostitutes, and the brutality of the criminal underworld. The novel also offers a glimpse into the lives of those who attempted to combat these issues, including philanthropists and social reformers. Through his writing, Greenwood exposes the harsh realities of life in Victorian London and highlights the need for social change. The Seven Curses of London is a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of London, social justice, or the Victorian era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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