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Urban is a collection of essays and sketches written by Sylvanus Urban and published in 1846. The book contains a variety of topics, ranging from reminiscences of the author's travels abroad to observations on country life. The essays are written in a conversational style, and the author's wit and humor are evident throughout. In the first section of the book, Urban reflects on his experiences as a pedestrian, describing his walks through various European cities and countryside. He shares his observations on the people he meets, the landscapes he encounters, and the cultural differences he…mehr

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Urban is a collection of essays and sketches written by Sylvanus Urban and published in 1846. The book contains a variety of topics, ranging from reminiscences of the author's travels abroad to observations on country life. The essays are written in a conversational style, and the author's wit and humor are evident throughout. In the first section of the book, Urban reflects on his experiences as a pedestrian, describing his walks through various European cities and countryside. He shares his observations on the people he meets, the landscapes he encounters, and the cultural differences he observes. The second section of the book focuses on Urban's experiences in his home country, England. He provides sketches of country life, describing the customs, traditions, and beliefs of rural communities. He also reflects on the changes he has seen in England over the years, commenting on the impact of industrialization and urbanization on the countryside. Overall, Pedestrian And Other Reminiscences At Home And Abroad: With Sketches Of Country Life (1846) is a charming and insightful collection of essays that provides a window into the life and times of the mid-19th century. The book is an excellent read for anyone interested in history, travel, and the human experience.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.