Anecdotes of the Manners and Customs of London during the Eighteenth Century; Vol. 1 (of 2) / Including the Charities, Depravities, Dresses, and Amusements etc.

Name: Anecdotes of the Manners and Customs of London during the Eighteenth Century; Vol. 1 (of 2) / Including the Charities, Depravities, Dresses, and Amusements etc.
Author: James Peller Malcolm

By James Peller Malcolm

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The volume gathers vivid anecdotes and observations about urban life across the eighteenth century, detailing charitable institutions, social vices, fashions, entertainments, and popular eccentricities. It interweaves reports on parish children, almshouses, hospitals, and other benevolences with accounts of crime, moral decline, and everyday customs, and offers remarks on domestic architecture and metropolitan improvements. Arranged by topic, the collection alternates illustrative stories with concise commentary to sketch the changing manners and institutions of the metropolis and concludes with a reflective assessment of contemporary society.

About the Author

James Peller Malcolm

Malcolm, James Peller was an English author known for his detailed observations of life in London during the eighteenth century. His notable work, "Anecdotes of the Manners and Customs of London during the Eighteenth Century," is a two-volume collection that explores various aspects of urban life, including social customs, charitable practices, and entertainment of the time. Through his writings, Malcolm provides valuable insights into the cultural and societal norms of his era, making his work a significant contribution to the understanding of historical London.