The Aristocracy of London: Part I: Kensington by Anonymous
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"The Aristocracy of London: Part I: Kensington" by Anonymous is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The volume serves as a comprehensive registry focused on the elite residents of Kensington, depicting not only the titled nobility but also those from professional and commercial backgrounds considered deserving of recognition. This work endeavors to record their family details, social standings, and contributions to society, effectively merging the traditional aristocracy with the burgeoning
class of educated and affluent citizens. The beginning of the work outlines its purpose and structure, highlighting the omission of non-titled individuals in previous publications. It establishes that "The Aristocracy of London" will categorize information by geographical locations within Kensington, featuring nearly 800 entries of notable residents across various professions, including artists, civil servants, military personnel, and merchants. Each entry provides a blend of personal details, professional affiliations, and accomplishments, setting the stage for illuminating the interconnected web of social and professional life in this prestigious part of London. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Anonymous |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Aristocracy of London: Part I: Kensington Titled, Untitled, Professional, & Commercial |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1863 O’Byrne Brothers & Co. edition by David Price. Many thanks to Kensington Library for assistance in making this transcription |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Aristocracy (Social class) -- England -- London |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 42385 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-42385-2 |
| Release Date | Mar 21, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 805 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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