Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from The System of the World

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

Fleet Prison - This location, which occupies six acres, burned down in 1616 and was rebuilt in 1670.

The Prudence - This location is a simple and virtuous vessel with a fat cargo hold, used to make runs up and down the River Thames.

Church of St. Olave - This location is near the bridge of the Thames and marks where the waves of equal width are below the waterfront.

Chamberlains Wharf and Bridge Yard - These locations on the Thames Bridge are of equal length, allow communication with the nearby streets, and...
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