The Joyous Neighborhood Of Covent Garden: A Literary Souvenir Of The Tavistock Hotel (1887)

By Charles Eyre Pascoe

Book Overview

The Joyous Neighborhood of Covent Garden: A Literary Souvenir of the Tavistock Hotel is a book written by Charles Eyre Pascoe and originally published in 1887. The book is a literary tribute to the Covent Garden neighborhood in London, England, and specifically to the Tavistock Hotel, which was a popular destination for artists, writers, and other creative types during the late 19th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Covent Garden and the Tavistock Hotel. Some chapters explore the history and architecture of the neighborhood, while others delve into the social and cultural scene that flourished there. Pascoe also includes anecdotes and stories about the many notable figures who frequented the Tavistock Hotel, including Oscar Wilde, Arthur Conan Doyle, and George Bernard Shaw.Throughout the book, Pascoe's writing is lively and engaging, capturing the spirit of the neighborhood and its inhabitants. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs, which provide a visual glimpse into life in Covent Garden during the late 19th century.Overall, The Joyous Neighborhood of Covent Garden is a charming and informative book that offers a unique perspective on a fascinating period in London's history. It will be of interest to anyone who loves literature, history, or the city of London itself.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: 1167182227
• ISBN13: 9781167182228
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 110 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"