Paddington: Past and Present by William Robins
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"Paddington: Past and Present" by William Robins is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book delves into the evolution of Paddington, exploring its transformation from a rural village into a thriving part of London. Robins emphasizes the significance of understanding local history and the impact of historical events on the present community. The opening of the work begins with Robins stating the value of history in teaching lessons for
the future, particularly in uncovering truths often obscured by misleading narratives. He expresses concerns that many residents of Paddington are unaware of the historical developments that have influenced their locality. The author articulates that through his inquiries, he aims to shed light on the changes in Paddington, particularly regarding property assessments and the social inequities these changes have caused. Overall, Robins aims to provide a factual recount of Paddington's history to inform its inhabitants and provoke thought regarding their rights and the nature of the transformations they've witnessed. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Robins, William |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 02022365 |
| Title | Paddington: Past and Present |
| Credits | Transcribed from the [1853] edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 54.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Paddington (London, England) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 51123 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-51123-8 |
| Release Date | Feb 3, 2016 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 527 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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