"About London" by J. Ewing Ritchie is a historical exploration of 19th-century London. It examines the city's social and financial structures through topics like the role of newspapers, spiritualism, and the coal trade. The book strives to illustrate what life was like for Londoners at the time. For example, the opening highlights the significant role of the press, describing how newspapers shaped public opinion, portraying the busy newsrooms and tireless reporters who helped to expand the public's knowledge, transforming society and sparking conversation; it also alludes to societal issues that were set to influence London’s future.

About London
By J. Ewing (James Ewing) Ritchie
Discover how newspapers, spiritualism, and coal shaped Victorian London.
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About the AuthorJames Ewing Ritchie was an English journalist and writer.
James Ewing Ritchie was an English journalist and writer.
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