A History of Everyday Things in England, Part Four, The Age of Production 1851-1945

Marjorie and C H B Quennell

Published by B T Batsford Ltd

About this Item

THERE ARE NO TARIFFS OR CUSTOMS DUTIES ON BOOKS. A History of Everyday Things in England, Part Four: The Age of Production 1851-1945 by Marjorie and C.H.B. Quennell is a social history book, primarily aimed at a younger audience, that focuses on the everyday lives of ordinary people in England during the height of the Industrial Revolution and the two World Wars. The book consciously moves away from the traditional historical focus on "kings and wars and politicians" to explore the tangible elements of daily life. It is copiously illustrated with original drawings, diagrams, and plates by the authors to show how people lived, worked, and dressed during this transformative period. The book retains its dustjacket which is warn and faded and has a name faintly inscribed in the top right corner. The book itself is in very good condition, with binding tight and light foxing to the page edges. Text and illustrations remain clear. Pages have light yellowing. signed on inside page.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A History of Everyday Things in England, Part Four, The Age of Production 1851-1945
• Publisher: B T Batsford Ltd
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good