Under The Lens V1: Social Photographs (1885)

By Eustace Clare Grenville Murray

Book Overview

Under The Lens V1: Social Photographs (1885) is a book written by Eustace Clare Grenville Murray, a British journalist and author. The book is a collection of photographs that capture the social life of the late 19th century. The photographs depict various social events, including balls, garden parties, and picnics, as well as portraits of notable figures of the time. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of social life. The first chapter, for example, focuses on the London Season, which was a period of social events that took place each year in London. The photographs in this chapter capture the glamour and extravagance of the season, with images of elegant ball gowns, elaborate hairstyles, and ornate decorations. Other chapters in the book focus on different aspects of social life, such as country house parties, sporting events, and seaside holidays. The photographs in these chapters provide a glimpse into the lives of the wealthy and privileged during the late 19th century. In addition to the photographs, the book also includes commentary from Murray, who provides context and insight into the social customs and traditions of the time. Overall, Under The Lens V1: Social Photographs (1885) is a fascinating look at the social life of the late 19th century, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of photography or social history.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165161303
• ISBN13: 9781165161300
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"