London and Its Environs Described, vol. 6 (of 6) : Containing an Account of Whatever is Most Remarkable for Grandeur, Elegance, Curiosity or Use, in the City and in the Country Twenty Miles Round It

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Anonymous

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"London and Its Environs Described, vol. 6" by Anonymous is a historical account written in the mid-18th century. The work serves as a comprehensive guide, detailing notable aspects of London and its surrounding areas, focusing on their grandeur, elegance, and historical significance. The book includes descriptions of architecture, places of interest, and institutions, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the history and culture of London's past. The opening of the book provides a detailed account of Sion College, its founding, and its historical significance, particularly in connection to the London clergy. It describes the college's establishment on the site of an old spital, efforts made for its development, and its notable library that suffered from the Great Fire of London. Additionally, it touches on the rich history of Sion House, detailing its transitions from a monastery founded in the early 15th century to its eventual status as a residence for notable families, illustrating the intricate relationship between history, architecture, and charity in the community surrounding London. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Brian Wilsden 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: 67.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2020-01-31