Out and About London

In "Out and About London," Thomas Burke artfully captures the essence of early 20th-century London through a series of vivid sketches and narratives that intertwine personal anecdotes with atmospheric detail. His distinctive literary style combines lush, impressionistic prose with keen observations, creating a tapestry that reflects the vibrancy and complexity of urban life. Set against a backdrop of a bustling metropolis filled with diverse characters and locales, Burke's work resonates with the Modernist movement, echoing the sentiments of contemporaries who sought to illuminate the multifaceted nature of city existence. Thomas Burke, a prominent British writer and social commentator, drew on his own experiences as a Londoner to craft this compelling collection. His early life in the working-class districts of East London profoundly influenced his perceptions and literary expressions. Burke's deep familiarity with the city and its inhabitants allowed him to weave stories that illuminate the overlooked and marginalized voices of urban society, making his work a significant contribution to the portrayal of London's cultural landscape during a pivotal era. "Out and About London" is a must-read for anyone intrigued by the intersections of place and identity. Burke's evocative storytelling not only invites readers to explore the sights and sounds of London but also challenges them to engage with its social undercurrents. Whether you are a student of literature, a history enthusiast, or simply a lover of fine prose, this book offers a richly textured exploration that will leave you yearning for your own adventures in the city.


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  2. The Weird Crime MEGAPACK® : 25 Weird Tales of Crime and Mystery

    H. B. Hickey, William J. Wintle, Talmage Powell, Theodore R. Cogswell, Robert Moore Williams, Lillian B. Hunt, Charles V. deVet, Robert Leslie Bellem, Fletcher Flora, W. C. Morrow, Gerald Vance, Tom Worth, Victor Rousseau, Steve Fisher, George T. Wetzell, Thomas Burke, H. L. Mencken, Emil Petaja, Rufus King

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  3. London in my Time

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  4. Nights in London

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  5. The Book of Shadows Vol 1

    Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch, Robert W. Chambers, H.G. Wells, Mary E. Freeman, Edith Nesbit, Barry Pain, E F Benson, D. H. Lawrence, Thomas Burke, Masterpiece Everywhere

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  6. Blæsten og regnen

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  7. Knækkede liljer

    Thomas Burke

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  8. 7 best short stories by Thomas Burke

    Thomas Burke, August Nemo

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  9. Best Short Stories Omnibus - Volume 2

    August Nemo, Mary Shelley, D. H. Lawrence, Ellis Parker Butler, Anthony Trollope, Zona Gale, Emma Orczy, Don Marquis, Charles W. Chesnutt, Kathleen Norris, Stanley G. Weinbaum, Honoré de Balzac, M. R. James, Banjo Paterson, Bret Harte, Henry Lawson, W. W. Jacobs, Charlotte M. Yonge, Mary E. Freeman, L. Frank Baum, O.Henry, William Dean Howells, T. S. Arthur, Sherwood Anderson, Robert Barr, Lafcadio Hearn, Giovanni Verga, Hamlin Garland, Émile Zola, Stewart Edward White, Sarah Orne Jewett, Willa Cather, George Ade, Robert W. Chambers, Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson, Ruth McEnery Stuart, lord Dunsany, George Gissing, Théophile Gautier, Paul Heyse, Selma Lagerlöf, Thomas Burke, Edith Nesbit, Arthur Morrison, Saki (H.H. Munro), Stacy Aumonier, John Galsworthy, Ernest Bramah

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  10. Big Book of Best Short Stories - Volume 9

    Ernest Bramah, EW Hornung, John Galsworthy, Stacy Aumonier, Arthur Morrison, Edith Nesbit, Thomas Burke, Selma Lagerlöf, Paul Heyse, Théophile Gautier, August Nemo

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  11. Natskygger. Fortælling fra Londons kineserkvarter

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