Sinks Of London Laid Open
A Pocket Companion For The Uninitiated (1848)
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Sinks of London Laid Open: A Pocket Companion for the Uninitiated is a book written and illustrated by George Cruikshank in 1848. The book is a satirical and critical look at the social and economic conditions of the working-class areas of London during the mid-19th century. The book is divided into chapters that focus on different aspects of life in the poorer areas of the city, such as the slums, the workhouses, and the taverns. Cruikshank's illustrations, which are both humorous and grotesque, depict the squalor and misery of these areas, as well as the corruption and greed of those in powe...
Sinks of London Laid Open: A Pocket Companion for the Uninitiated is a book written and illustrated by George Cruikshank in 1848. The book is a satirical and critical look at the social and economic conditions of the working-class areas of London during the mid-19th century. The book is divided into chapters that focus on different aspects of life in the poorer areas of the city, such as the slums, the workhouses, and the taverns. Cruikshank's illustrations, which are both humorous and grotesque, depict the squalor and misery of these areas, as well as the corruption and greed of those in power.The book also includes anecdotes and stories that illustrate the harsh realities of life for the working-class, such as the story of a young girl who is forced into prostitution to support her family. Overall, Sinks of London Laid Open is a powerful and insightful critique of the social and economic inequalities of Victorian London, and a reminder of the importance of addressing these issues in our own time.To Which Is Added A Modern Flash Dictionary Containing All The Cant Words, Slang Terms, And Flash Phrases Now In Vogue. With A List Of The Sixty Orders Of Prime Coves.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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