Mystic London; or, Phases of occult life in the metropolis by Davies
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| Author | Davies, Charles Maurice, 1828-1910 |
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| Title | Mystic London; or, Phases of occult life in the metropolis |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Mystic London; or, Phases of Occult Life in the Metropolis" by Rev. Charles Maurice Davies is an exploration of the various facets of life in late 19th century London, presented as an observational account. The book delves into the underbelly of the metropolis, focusing particularly on its marginalized communities and the struggles they face within a busy urban landscape. It is likely to captivate readers interested in social issues, philanthropy, and the hidden lives of the city's inhabitants." "The opening of the narrative introduces the author’s journey into the grim realities faced by destitute children, who he refers to metaphorically as "London Arabs." He begins his exploration in the Seven Dials area, a notorious part of London, where he encounters ragged school children attending evening classes and adults engaged in various forms of survival amidst poverty. Through his observations at institutions like the Ragged School and Soup Kitchen, he highlights the efforts being made to rescue these "young Arabs" from their dire circumstances, revealing both the challenges and hopeful initiatives aimed at transforming their lives. Davies conveys a blend of sympathy and a call to action for those who can assist in addressing the plight of the city's vulnerable youth." (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Occultism |
| Subject | London (England) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century |
| Subject | London (England) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 25619 |
| Release Date | May 27, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 130 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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