The term "hackney" in literature has been used in a variety of ways, most notably as a descriptor for everyday urban transport, suggesting both the literal and figurative movement through bustling cityscapes. In many of the works—from Dickens’ frequent depictions in novels like Nicholas Nickleby and Great Expectations [1][2][3][4] to the casual urban scenes in works by Paramahansa Yogananda [5][6][7]—the hackney carriage or coach emerges as a symbol of the crowded, noisy, and sometimes unruly urban environment. At times, the term is extended metaphorically to denote something overused or trite, evident in references such as “hackney literary drudge” or “hackney sonneteer” [8][9][10], suggesting a lack of originality. Moreover, the word even appears as a surname [11][12], adding an ironic twist by linking personal identity with this common urban fixture. Overall, the diverse use of "hackney" across these examples illustrates its evolution from a simple means of conveyance to a broader cultural signifier in literature.