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Title: Recollections of Old Liverpool
Credits: This ebook was transcribed by Les Bowler
Summary: "Recollections of Old Liverpool" by James Stonehouse is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book provides a vivid memoir of life in Liverpool through the eyes of a nonagenarian, detailing personal memories interwoven with historical events and local anecdotes from the author's early years. It captures the essence of Liverpool during a transformative period marked by economic growth, societal changes, and the fading remnants of a bygone era, allowing readers a glance into its rich past. The opening of the text introduces the author, who is now about ninety-three years old, reflecting on his long life and exceptional memory. He recounts anecdotes from his childhood in Liverpool, recalling events such as the launch of his father’s ship, the Mary Ellen, the cruelty of local boys, and the brutal methods of punishment prevalent in his youth, including the use of the ducking stool and the stocks. These memories are filled with rich details that paint a picture of Liverpool's environment and social conditions, accompanied by a curious blend of nostalgia and critical observation of the societal norms of his time. The narrative style is both personal and discursive, engaging the reader with a tapestry of stories that highlight the historical and cultural significance of Liverpool. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 67.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Stonehouse, James, 1809-
EBook No.: 21324
Published: May 5, 2007
Downloads: 390
Language: English
Subject: Liverpool (England) -- History
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Recollections of Old Liverpool
Credits: This ebook was transcribed by Les Bowler
Summary: "Recollections of Old Liverpool" by James Stonehouse is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book provides a vivid memoir of life in Liverpool through the eyes of a nonagenarian, detailing personal memories interwoven with historical events and local anecdotes from the author's early years. It captures the essence of Liverpool during a transformative period marked by economic growth, societal changes, and the fading remnants of a bygone era, allowing readers a glance into its rich past. The opening of the text introduces the author, who is now about ninety-three years old, reflecting on his long life and exceptional memory. He recounts anecdotes from his childhood in Liverpool, recalling events such as the launch of his father’s ship, the Mary Ellen, the cruelty of local boys, and the brutal methods of punishment prevalent in his youth, including the use of the ducking stool and the stocks. These memories are filled with rich details that paint a picture of Liverpool's environment and social conditions, accompanied by a curious blend of nostalgia and critical observation of the societal norms of his time. The narrative style is both personal and discursive, engaging the reader with a tapestry of stories that highlight the historical and cultural significance of Liverpool. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 67.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Stonehouse, James, 1809-
EBook No.: 21324
Published: May 5, 2007
Downloads: 390
Language: English
Subject: Liverpool (England) -- History
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.