'Cockaigne' was a term used by moralists at that time as a metaphor for gluttony and drunkenness, while Britain adopted the name humorously for London. The work presents various aspects of turn-of-the-century London and Londoners.
'Cockaigne' served as a metaphor for gluttony and drunkenness, while Britain playfully applied the term to their capital city. The work provides insights into various aspects of turn-of-the-century London and its inhabitants.