The Agony Column of the Times, 1800-1870 (1881)

The Agony Column of The Times, 1800-1870 is a book written by Alice Clay and published in 1881. It is a collection of letters, advertisements, and notices that were published in the agony column of The Times newspaper during the period of 1800-1870. The agony column was a section of the newspaper where people could place anonymous advertisements seeking help or offering assistance. The book provides a unique insight into the social and cultural history of the time, as it contains a diverse range of topics, including lost and found items, marriage proposals, legal notices, and personal appeals. The letters and advertisements are arranged chronologically, giving readers a sense of how the agony column evolved over time. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of newspapers, social history, or Victorian culture.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.