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What does it mean?
The press mocks London as a monstrous great wen of the empire.
In plain terms
London is called a monster by critics.
What can you take from it?
Cities often face harsh criticism.

Where it applies

  • urban debate
  • media critique
  • historical writing

Putting it to work

  • analyzing urban issues
  • critiquing cities

Questions to consider

  • How do we view cities?
  • Is criticism fair?

Another view

This view is biased and outdated.

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