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LoC No.: 39006692
Title: Old Chelsea: A Summer-Day's Stroll
Credits: Transcribed from the 1889 T. Fisher Unwin edition by David Price
Summary: "Old Chelsea: A Summer-Day's Stroll" by Benjamin Ellis Martin is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative explores the evolution of Chelsea, London, from a rustic village to an integral part of the metropolis, highlighting its historical figures and architectural transitions. The author vividly captures the essence and charm of Old Chelsea, reflecting on its rich cultural history and notable residents. The opening of the book begins with the author's leisurely stroll through Chelsea during the summer of 1888, describing the neighborhood’s transformation over the years. Martin reflects on historical references to Chelsea as a quaint rural community and notes how it has maintained a unique character amid urban growth. The rich tapestry of Chelsea’s past is woven through anecdotes about significant places and figures, including the remnants of Thomas More's residence and the influence of notable personalities like Nell Gwynne and Sir Hans Sloane. Martin invites readers to appreciate the juxtaposition of history and modernity as he guides them through Chelsea’s prominent areas, setting the tone for a nostalgic exploration of the neighborhood’s evolution. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 62.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Martin, Benjamin Ellis, 1839-1909
Illustrator: Pennell, Joseph, 1857-1926
EBook No.: 62807
Published: Aug 1, 2020
Downloads: 96
Language: English
Subject: Chelsea (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.
LoC No.: 39006692
Title: Old Chelsea: A Summer-Day's Stroll
Credits: Transcribed from the 1889 T. Fisher Unwin edition by David Price
Summary: "Old Chelsea: A Summer-Day's Stroll" by Benjamin Ellis Martin is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative explores the evolution of Chelsea, London, from a rustic village to an integral part of the metropolis, highlighting its historical figures and architectural transitions. The author vividly captures the essence and charm of Old Chelsea, reflecting on its rich cultural history and notable residents. The opening of the book begins with the author's leisurely stroll through Chelsea during the summer of 1888, describing the neighborhood’s transformation over the years. Martin reflects on historical references to Chelsea as a quaint rural community and notes how it has maintained a unique character amid urban growth. The rich tapestry of Chelsea’s past is woven through anecdotes about significant places and figures, including the remnants of Thomas More's residence and the influence of notable personalities like Nell Gwynne and Sir Hans Sloane. Martin invites readers to appreciate the juxtaposition of history and modernity as he guides them through Chelsea’s prominent areas, setting the tone for a nostalgic exploration of the neighborhood’s evolution. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 62.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Martin, Benjamin Ellis, 1839-1909
Illustrator: Pennell, Joseph, 1857-1926
EBook No.: 62807
Published: Aug 1, 2020
Downloads: 96
Language: English
Subject: Chelsea (London, England) -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.