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Title: Westminster
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Produced by Chris Curnow, Chuck Greif and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
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by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Westminster" by Sir Walter Besant is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the rich tapestry of Westminster’s past, delving into its unique characteristics as a city without citizens. The narrative promises to uncover the history of Westminster Abbey, the Palace of Westminster, and the lives of those who inhabited this intriguing area throughout the centuries. The opening of "Westminster" introduces the reader to the remarkable peculiarity of the city, emphasizing its lack of a true citizenry compared to neighboring London. Besant discusses how the governance of Westminster has historically been tied to the Church and the Abbot, preventing residents from cultivating a civic identity or demanding self-governance. The text sets the stage for a detailed examination of Westminster’s evolution, hinting at the bustling activity of its early days as a trade hub, the significant role of the Abbey, and the societal dynamics of its population, which often included those seeking sanctuary. Thus, Besant invites readers into a layered exploration of a city defined by its religious foundation and complex historical context. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Besant, Walter, 1836-1901
EBook No.: 58672
Published: Jan 11, 2019
Downloads: 355
Language: English
Subject: Westminster (London, England) -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Westminster
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow, Chuck Greif and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Westminster" by Sir Walter Besant is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the rich tapestry of Westminster’s past, delving into its unique characteristics as a city without citizens. The narrative promises to uncover the history of Westminster Abbey, the Palace of Westminster, and the lives of those who inhabited this intriguing area throughout the centuries. The opening of "Westminster" introduces the reader to the remarkable peculiarity of the city, emphasizing its lack of a true citizenry compared to neighboring London. Besant discusses how the governance of Westminster has historically been tied to the Church and the Abbot, preventing residents from cultivating a civic identity or demanding self-governance. The text sets the stage for a detailed examination of Westminster’s evolution, hinting at the bustling activity of its early days as a trade hub, the significant role of the Abbey, and the societal dynamics of its population, which often included those seeking sanctuary. Thus, Besant invites readers into a layered exploration of a city defined by its religious foundation and complex historical context. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Besant, Walter, 1836-1901
EBook No.: 58672
Published: Jan 11, 2019
Downloads: 355
Language: English
Subject: Westminster (London, England) -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.