Pamela Horn es una historiadora especializada en historia social victoriana. Como autora de aclamados libros sobre la vida rural, la vida de los sirvientes y la infancia, posee un profundo conocimiento de estas épocas. Su amplia experiencia docente informa aún más su perspicaz análisis del tejido social del pasado.
The book vividly depicts the realities of country life for English villagers, including agricultural laborers, craftsmen, and small farmers, during a time of significant agricultural advancement. Through detailed descriptions, it explores the challenges and changes faced by these communities, offering insight into their daily lives and the impact of modernization on traditional practices.
Focusing on child employment during Britain's industrial rise, the book explores the various roles children held in farming, mining, factories, and domestic settings. It highlights societal attitudes towards child labor, detailing the experiences of those working in formal industries as well as those assisting at home or undertaking seasonal tasks. The author provides insight into the challenges faced by these children and the evolving perceptions of their labor within the context of a rapidly industrializing society.
The narrative explores the lives of shopworkers in the Victorian and Edwardian eras, highlighting their roles in catering to diverse customers amid the rise of shops and opulent department stores. It delves into their experiences, societal impacts, and the evolving retail landscape, shedding light on a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of history.
The real lives of servants in the second half of the twentieth century.
Pamela Horn examines the lives of the real Downton Abbey ladies from their childhood and marriage to their role as a Lady Bountiful. It covers their leisure pursuits, sporting activities, country-house weekends and much more
The book provides a candid portrayal of rural life during the Victorian era, highlighting the daily struggles and experiences of the community. It delves into the social dynamics, economic challenges, and cultural practices that shaped the lives of individuals in this period. Through vivid anecdotes and detailed observations, it paints a comprehensive picture of the hardships and resilience faced by those living in the countryside, offering readers an authentic glimpse into a bygone era.
This illustrated account delves into the British education system during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, highlighting its structure, reforms, and societal impact. The book offers rich visuals alongside detailed narratives, providing insight into the evolution of educational practices and the experiences of students and teachers of that era. It serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding the historical context and significance of education in Britain during a transformative period.
The book explores the captivating history of Abingdon, showcasing its evolution through a collection of both old and contemporary photographs. It highlights significant landmarks, events, and the cultural heritage of the area, providing readers with a visual journey that captures the essence of this historic town.
Victorian England measured social acceptability in terms of the number of servants employed in a household. This frequently overlooked body of workers actually formed the largest occupational group in the country by the end of the 19th century. In this account, the author draws on contemporary sources, including servants' books and personal reminiscences of servants and employers, to offer a record of recruitment and training; the duties expected of servants; and the range of conditions under which they worked - some of which led to happy retirement, others to prostitution or squalid death. Complemented with photographs, Punch illustrations and other ephemera, the book offers a picture of this vanished social system.
Includes excerpts, able to be read in about ten minutes, from both contemporary and traditional children's favorites.