



From slums to suburbs, freak-shows to fast food, prisons to pornography, &amp;#8216;A Dictionary of Victorian London&amp;#8217; is a fascinating expos&eacute; of everyday life in the Great Metropolis of Victorian London. Compiling authentic nineteenth-century voices from a multitude of sources, including advertisements, diaries, court cases, journalism and guidebooks, Lee Jackson paints a unique picture of life in a vibrant and diverse city in an alphabetical guide. With striking contemporary illustrations throughout, this is a must-read for anyone interested in the remarkable history of London and the enthralling lives of the Victorians.





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