Cities (1903)

Cities is a book written by Arthur Symons and published in 1903. It is a collection of essays that explores the character and atmosphere of various cities around the world. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different city, including Paris, Venice, London, and New York. Symons uses his keen observations and vivid descriptions to capture the essence of each city, painting a picture of its unique history, architecture, culture, and people. He delves into the sights, sounds, smells, and sensations that make each city distinct, and reflects on the ways in which they have influenced his own life and writing. Throughout the book, Symons also touches on broader themes related to urban life, such as the impact of modernization and technology, the rise of consumerism, and the changing nature of human relationships. Cities is a timeless work of travel writing that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world's great cities at the turn of the 20th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, culture, and the art of observation.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.