| Author |
Twopeny, Richard Ernest Nowell, 1857-1915 |
| Title |
Town Life in Australia
|
| Note |
Reading ease score: 54.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
|
| Credits |
Produced by Col Choat
|
| Summary |
"Town Life in Australia" by Richard Ernest Nowell Twopeny is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work provides a vivid exploration of urban life in prominent Australian cities, with a particular emphasis on Melbourne, Sydney, and Adelaide. It covers a wide range of topics related to the social, commercial, and cultural aspects of life, illustrating how the cities reflect the burgeoning Australian identity and societal values of the time. The opening of the work sets the stage with an engaging discussion about the initial impressions of Melbourne by a visitor. It describes the unexpected parallels between Melbourne and English cities, especially Liverpool, before delving into the unique characteristics that distinguish Melbourne as the economic heart of Australia. Twopeny contrasts Melbourne's bustling commercial atmosphere with Sydney's more relaxed demeanor, painting a comprehensive picture of the cities' growth and development. He further depicts the architecture, social dynamics, and daily life, illustrating both the strengths and the peculiar challenges faced by the urban population. This introductory chapter effectively draws the reader into the vibrant yet complex world of Australian urban life during his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
|
| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas)
|
| Subject |
Melbourne (Vic.) -- Social life and customs
|
| Subject |
Sydney (N.S.W.) -- Social life and customs
|
| Subject |
Adelaide (S. Aust.) -- Social life and customs
|
| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
16664 |
| Release Date |
Sep 6, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
105 downloads in the last 30 days. |
|
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!
|
