Publisher's Synopsis
Returns of Aliens: Dwelling in the City and Suburbs of London (1908) is a historical book written by Richard Edward Gent Kirk. The book provides a comprehensive record of the returns of aliens living in London during the early 20th century. The author has meticulously compiled the data from the returns of aliens, which were taken every year from 1836 to 1892. The book contains detailed information about the number of aliens living in London, their nationalities, and their occupations. The author has also included information about the areas in which the aliens lived, their ages, and their gender. The book provides an insight into the lives of immigrants in London during the Victorian era.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of the data. The first chapter provides an overview of the returns of aliens and their significance. The subsequent chapters delve into the details of the data, providing information about the different nationalities of the aliens, their occupations, and the areas in which they lived.The book is a valuable resource for historians, researchers, and anyone interested in the social history of London. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of immigrants in London during the 19th century and sheds light on the contribution of immigrants to the development of the city. Overall, Returns of Aliens: Dwelling in the City and Suburbs of London (1908) is an important historical document that offers a unique perspective on the social and cultural history of London.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may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.
