One Hot Summer

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

Auteurs

• Rosemary Ashton

Paramètres

• 352 pages
• 13 heures de lecture

• 19e siècle
• Biographies et réflexions
• Histoire
• Littérature britannique
• Nonfiction

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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.

Achat du livre

• Année de publication: 2018
• Reliure: (souple)