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The Amusements Of Old London V2: Being A Survey Of The Sports And Pastimes, Tea Gardens And Parks, Playhouses (1901)

The Amusements Of Old London V2: Being A Survey Of The Sports And Pastimes, Tea Gardens And Parks, Playhouses (1901)

Boulton, William Biggs

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ISBN10: 1120723973
ISBN13: 9781120723970
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Nov 21 2009
Pages: 290
Weight: 0.86
Height: 0.61 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Amusements of Old London V2 is a comprehensive survey of the various sports, pastimes, tea gardens, parks, and playhouses that were popular in London during the 18th and 19th centuries. Written by William Biggs Boulton and originally published in 1901, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the recreational activities of Londoners of the past. The author covers a wide range of topics, from the famous Vauxhall Gardens and Ranelagh Gardens to the lesser-known pleasure gardens and public parks. He also explores the different types of sports and games that were enjoyed by Londoners, including cricket, boxing, horse racing, and cockfighting. In addition, Boulton provides a detailed history of the various playhouses and theaters that were popular during this time, including the famous Drury Lane and Covent Garden theaters. With its vivid descriptions and engaging anecdotes, The Amusements of Old London V2 is a must-read for anyone interested in the social history of London and the leisure activities of its inhabitants.And Other Diversions Of The People Of London From The Seventeenth To The Beginning Of The Nineteenth Century. In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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