The Victorian Eye: A Political History of Light and Vision in Britain, 1800-1910 - Chris Otter - Books - The University of Chicago Press - 9780226640761 - July 1, 2008
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The Victorian Eye: A Political History of Light and Vision in Britain, 1800-1910

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During the nineteenth century, Britain became the first gaslit society, with electric lighting arriving in 1878. At the same time, the British government significantly expanded its power to observe and monitor its subjects. This title explores how light facilitated such practices as safe transportation and private reading.

368 pages, 65 halftones

Media Books     Hardcover Book   (Book with hard spine and cover)
Released July 1, 2008
ISBN13 9780226640761
Publishers The University of Chicago Press
Pages 392
Dimensions 150 × 220 × 20 mm   ·   652 g
Language English  

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