Ricordi di Londra by Edmondo De Amicis and Louis Simonin
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"Ricordi di Londra" by Edmondo De Amicis is a travelogue written in the late 19th century. The book captures the author's observations and experiences as he explores London for the first time, offering vivid descriptions of its grandeur as well as its stark contrasts, particularly in relation to poverty. De Amicis is accompanied by the contrasting perspectives of Louis Simonin, who later provides a glimpse into the lives of the city's underprivileged.
At the start of the narrative, De Amicis recounts his tumultuous voyage to London, marked by seasickness and anticipation. Upon arrival, he is overwhelmed by the vastness and chaotic energy of the city. The opening details his initial experiences in London—the bustling streets, the imposing architecture, and the endless flow of people. As he navigates through the city, he becomes acutely aware of the dramatic contrasts between the opulence of certain areas and the grim realities of poverty found in the less favorable parts of London. These first impressions set the stage for his deeper explorations of the city's dual nature, hinting at a rich tapestry of stories to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | De Amicis, Edmondo, 1846-1908 |
|---|---|
| Author | Simonin, Louis, 1830-1886 |
| Title | Ricordi di Londra |
| Credits |
Produced by Carlo Traverso, Emanuela Piasentini, Claudio Paganelli and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by Biblioteca Nazionale Braidense - Milano) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 45.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Italian |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Poor -- England -- London |
| Subject | London (England) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27640 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-27640-3 |
| Release Date | Dec 28, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 870 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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