Chelsea: In The Olden And Present Times (1869)

By George Bryan

Book Overview

""Chelsea: In The Olden And Present Times"" is a historical book written by George Bryan and first published in 1869. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Chelsea, a district in London, England. It covers the period from the earliest times up to the late 19th century, with a particular focus on the social and cultural changes that occurred during this time.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which deals with a specific aspect of Chelsea's history. The first chapter provides an overview of the district's geography, followed by a chapter on its early history, including its origins as a Saxon settlement. Subsequent chapters cover topics such as the growth of Chelsea as a fashionable residential area in the 18th and 19th centuries, the development of its artistic and literary communities, and the impact of the Industrial Revolution on the area.Throughout the book, Bryan draws on a wide range of primary and secondary sources, including historical documents, maps, and contemporary accounts, to provide a rich and detailed picture of life in Chelsea over the centuries. He also includes numerous illustrations, including engravings and photographs, to help bring the history of the area to life.Overall, ""Chelsea: In The Olden And Present Times"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of London, or in the social and cultural changes that have shaped the city over the centuries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436803357
• ISBN13: 9781436803359
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"