Sketches of lowly life in a great city by Michael Angelo Woolf
"Sketches of Lowly Life in a Great City" by Michael Angelo Woolf is a picture book filled with humorous illustrations and captions that depict life among the lower classes in a bustling urban setting. Written during the late 19th century, this work offers a glimpse into the daily struggles and idiosyncrasies of city dwellers, highlighting their resilience and character amidst challenging circumstances. The book serves as both a social commentary and a
light-hearted exploration of the human condition. The content of the book features a series of illustrated vignettes that capture various moments in the lives of its characters. Through clever dialogue and engaging scenarios, Woolf brings to life the experiences of children, families, and individuals navigating love, poverty, and social dynamics. The illustrations are imbued with humor and pathos, showcasing the charm and quirks of city life, from playful exchanges between children to comedic takes on adult relationships. Overall, the book paints a vivid picture of urban life, inviting readers to empathize with and appreciate the rich tapestry of human experiences found within the lower echelons of society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Woolf, Michael Angelo, 1837-1899 |
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| Editor | Henius, Joseph, -1912 |
| LoC No. | 00000212 |
| Title | Sketches of lowly life in a great city |
| Original Publication | New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1899. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NC: Fine Arts: Drawing, Design, Illustration |
| Subject | American wit and humor, Pictorial |
| Subject | Poor children -- Caricatures and cartoons |
| Subject | City and town life -- United States -- Caricatures and cartoons |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75295 |
| Release Date | Feb 5, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 291 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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