Author: John Leighton

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2019-12-19

Total Pages: 50

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In 'London Cries & Public Edifices', John Leighton captures the sights and sounds of 18th and 19th century London, highlighting the distinctive feature of street cries, the short lyrical calls of vendors hawking their wares. This custom of hawking was a vital part of street life in the urban centers and was popularized by artists and writers of the time, preserving them from oblivion. Leighton's book also features illustrated views of iconic London edifices such as the Tower of London, the East India House, and St. Peter's Church, providing a glimpse into the rich history of the city.

Download or read book London Cries & Public Edifices written by John Leighton and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2019-12-19 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'London Cries & Public Edifices', John Leighton captures the sights and sounds of 18th and 19th century London, highlighting the distinctive feature of street cries, the short lyrical calls of vendors hawking their wares. This custom of hawking was a vital part of street life in the urban centers and was popularized by artists and writers of the time, preserving them from oblivion. Leighton's book also features illustrated views of iconic London edifices such as the Tower of London, the East India House, and St. Peter's Church, providing a glimpse into the rich history of the city.