Length19h 45m
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In 'London Club Life,' John Timbs explores the exclusive world of gentlemen's clubs in Victorian London, delving into the social hierarchy, rules of membership, and unique customs that defined this elite society. With a meticulous attention to detail and a rich historical context, Timbs presents a fascinating look at the inner workings of these clubs, offering insight into the leisure activities, discussions, and relationships that thrived within their walls. His writing style is both informative and engaging, providing a comprehensive understanding of a significant aspect of 19th-century London culture. John Timbs, a prolific writer and researcher, was uniquely positioned to uncover the intricacies of London club life. His background in journalism and history equipped him with the tools necessary to dissect this complex social institution, shedding light on its importance in shaping the city's social fabric. Timbs' passion for detail and dedication to accuracy are evident throughout the book, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in London's history. I highly recommend 'London Club Life' to readers who are intrigued by the inner workings of exclusive societies and the cultural norms of Victorian London. This book provides a thorough exploration of a lesser-known aspect of history, offering a compelling and informative read for history enthusiasts and scholars alike.
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GenreHistory
Length19 hrs 45 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 7, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Diary of Samuel Pepys
26WHITE'S CLUB.
2VOLUME 1
27BOODLE'S CLUB.
3PREFACE.
28THE BEEF-STEAK SOCIETY.
4ORIGIN OF CLUBS.
29CAPTAIN MORRIS, THE BARD OF THE BEEF-STEAK SOCIETY.
5THE MERMAID CLUB.
30BEEF-STEAK CLUBS.
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6THE APOLLO CLUB.
31CLUB AT TOM'S COFFEE-HOUSE.
7EARLY POLITICAL CLUBS.
32THE KING OF CLUBS.
8THE OCTOBER CLUB.
33WATIER'S CLUB.
9THE SATURDAY, AND BROTHERS CLUBS.
34MR. CANNING AT THE CLIFFORD-STREET CLUB.
10THE SCRIBLERUS CLUB.
35ECCENTRIC CLUBS.
11THE CALVES' HEAD CLUB.
36JACOBITE CLUB.
12THE KING'S HEAD CLUB.
37THE WITTINAGEMOT OF THE CHAPTER COFFEE-HOUSE.
13STREET CLUBS.
38THE ROXBURGHE CLUB DINNERS.
14THE MOHOCKS.
39THE SOCIETY OF PAST OVERSEERS, WESTMINSTER.
15BLASPHEMOUS CLUBS.
40THE ROBIN HOOD.
16MUG-HOUSE CLUBS.
41THE BLUE-STOCKING CLUB.
17THE KIT-KAT CLUB.
42THE IVY-LANE CLUB.
18THE TATLER'S CLUB IN SHIRE-LANE.
43THE ESSEX HEAD CLUB.
19THE ROYAL SOCIETY CLUB.
44THE LITERARY CLUB.
20THE COCOA-TREE CLUB.
45GOLDSMITH'S CLUBS.
21ALMACK'S CLUB.
46THE DILETTANTI SOCIETY.
22ALMACK'S ASSEMBLY-ROOMS.
47THE ROYAL NAVAL CLUB.
23BROOKES'S CLUB.
48THE WYNDHAM CLUB.
24"FIGHTING FITZGERALD" AT BROOKES'S.
49THE TRAVELLERS' CLUB.
25ARTHUR'S CLUB.
50THE UNITED SERVICE CLUB.
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