The Modern Athens : A dissection and demonstration of men and things in the Scotch Capital.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Mudie, Robert, 1777-1842

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Modern Athens" by Robert Mudie is a satirical and social commentary written in the early 19th century. This work explores the complexities of Edinburgh, referred to as the "Modern Athens," delving into the cultural, political, and societal elements of Scottish life during a time of royal visitation. The narrative intricately weaves humor and critique while highlighting the distinction between the city's grandeur and the character of its inhabitants. At the start of the book, the author describes the excitement surrounding the royal visit of King George IV to Edinburgh in 1822. He and the King embark on their respective journeys to the Scottish capital, with the author eager to observe the city's splendor for himself. The bustling crowds gathered in preparation for the royal arrival serve as a vivid backdrop, showcasing an array of colorful costumes and characters that reflect the diversity and spirit of the people. Mudie notes the contrast between the pomp of the official ceremonies and the genuine enthusiasm of the populace, setting the stage for a narrative rich in observation and social critique as the events of the King's visit unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Giovanni Fini, deaurider and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 40.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Release date is 2016-02-17