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London
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

The historic Bexley landmark nicknamed the cathedral of raw sewage'

Crossness Pumping Station marked a pivotal development in London’s sanitation history, built to combat cholera after the Great Stink.
fromCN Traveller
4 years ago
London food

The best seaside towns in England

The reimagining of England's seaside towns transformed them from disdain to beloved destinations, fueled by railway travel during the Victorian era.
fromOpen Culture
5 months ago
Online learning

What Victorian People Sounded Like: Hear Recordings of Florence Nightingale & Queen Victoria Herself

Audio recording technology began to document the sounds of the Victorian era, enhancing our understanding of their culture.
London
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

The historic Bexley landmark nicknamed the cathedral of raw sewage'

Crossness Pumping Station marked a pivotal development in London’s sanitation history, built to combat cholera after the Great Stink.
fromCN Traveller
4 years ago
London food

The best seaside towns in England

The reimagining of England's seaside towns transformed them from disdain to beloved destinations, fueled by railway travel during the Victorian era.
fromOpen Culture
5 months ago
Online learning

What Victorian People Sounded Like: Hear Recordings of Florence Nightingale & Queen Victoria Herself

Audio recording technology began to document the sounds of the Victorian era, enhancing our understanding of their culture.
more#history
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago
London politics

What are stinkpipes and why does London still have them?

Stinkpipes were designed to funnel sewer gases away from the streets of London during the Victorian era, addressing the issue of terrible odors.
#feminism
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Carrion Crow by Heather Parry review body horror with historical bite

Carrion Crow by Heather Parry blends body horror with literary themes, challenging traditional depictions of womanhood in historical fiction.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Women in technology

Undercover women: the story of how Victorian female police cracked crime

19th-century female detectives were crucial yet overlooked figures in Victorian law enforcement, contributing significantly to police work long before formal recognition.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Carrion Crow by Heather Parry review body horror with historical bite

Carrion Crow by Heather Parry blends body horror with literary themes, challenging traditional depictions of womanhood in historical fiction.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Women in technology

Undercover women: the story of how Victorian female police cracked crime

19th-century female detectives were crucial yet overlooked figures in Victorian law enforcement, contributing significantly to police work long before formal recognition.
more#feminism
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 months ago

How Valentine's Day was transformed by the Industrial Revolution and 'manufactured intimacy'

Valentine's Day evolved from handmade to mass-produced cards in the 19th century, reflecting industrialization's influence on personal relationships.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

How Much does a Dog's Breed Affect Its Health and Behavior?

Humans have selectively bred dogs for specialized roles for over 10,000 years, evolving distinct breeds and shifting focus from utility to appearance.
philosophy
fromAeon
3 months ago

'Astonished and somewhat terrified' - Victorians' reactions to the phonograph | Aeon Videos

Edison's phonograph revolutionized audio, offering a new way for Victorian society to experience sound and speech.
Miscellaneous
fromBrownstoner
4 months ago

A Tale of Two Brooklyns: A Children's Christmas in 1899

Victorian traditions heavily shaped contemporary Christmas celebrations, highlighting themes of generosity and societal disparity.
fromTime Out London
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Highgate Cemetery has revealed plans for a massive 18 million makeover

Highgate Cemetery will undergo an £18 million renovation aimed at preserving its historic charm while improving infrastructure and resilience to climate change.
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago
Berlin

I stayed at a Gilded Age hotel built by a railroad tycoon. It was cozy but the $478-a-night cost felt steep.

The Inn at St. John combines history with comfort, enhancing the traveler's experience in Portland, Maine.
fromArs Technica
6 months ago
Design

How London's Crystal Palace was built so quickly

The Crystal Palace construction showcased Victorian engineering innovations, particularly through standardization, revolutionizing architectural design.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
Digital life

The Jewelry Vibe Is Decidedly Victorian

Cece Fein-Hughes's jewelry collection combines personal history and Victorian inspiration, focusing on emotional connections in contemporary design.
fromTasting Table
8 months ago
NYC food

The Victorian Era Fork That Used To Rule Ice Cream Eating - Tasting Table

Victorians demonstrated wealth through etiquette, notably with specialized utensils like the ice cream fork, which reflected their obsession with dining sophistication.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago
Beer

Malt, brine and seashells? The surprising history of beer and oysters and how to find your best Bay Area pairing

Oysters and beer pairing dates back to the Victorian era as an established practice, with various beer styles complementing the briny sweetness and saltiness of oysters.
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