One Hot Summer

Dickens, Darwin, Disraeli, and the Great Stink of 1858

Autori

• Rosemary Ashton

Parametri

• 352 pagine
• 13 ore di lettura

• Biografie e pensieri
• Letteratura britannica
• Saggistica
• Storia
• XIX Secolo

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The intertwining lives of Charles Dickens, Charles Darwin, and Benjamin Disraeli in 1858 London reveal a backdrop of scandals and evolving ideas amid the city's struggles with pollution. This exploration offers insights into the personal and professional challenges faced by these influential figures during a time marked by significant social and environmental issues, highlighting the impact of the era's conditions on their contributions to literature, science, and politics.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2018

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