By Gaslight In Winter: A Victorian Family History Through The Magic Lantern
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Colin Gordon
Binding: Hardback
Published: Elm Tree Books - London, 1980
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling historical non-fiction work chronicles the intricate lives of a Victorian family, presenting their experiences against the backdrop of a rapidly changing era. It illustrates how the magic lantern, a precursor to modern projection, served as both a literal and metaphorical lens through which their personal narratives unfolded. The narrative uncovers the social customs, domestic routines, and emotional landscapes that shaped their existence, offering a vivid tableau of 19th-century life. Gordon meticulously reconstructs their world, drawing readers into the intimate details of their daily struggles and triumphs. This evocative account provides a unique perspective on family legacy and the power of visual storytelling to preserve the past.
Author: Colin Gordon
Binding: Hardback
Published: Elm Tree Books - London, 1980
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling historical non-fiction work chronicles the intricate lives of a Victorian family, presenting their experiences against the backdrop of a rapidly changing era. It illustrates how the magic lantern, a precursor to modern projection, served as both a literal and metaphorical lens through which their personal narratives unfolded. The narrative uncovers the social customs, domestic routines, and emotional landscapes that shaped their existence, offering a vivid tableau of 19th-century life. Gordon meticulously reconstructs their world, drawing readers into the intimate details of their daily struggles and triumphs. This evocative account provides a unique perspective on family legacy and the power of visual storytelling to preserve the past.