Articles related to "19th Century Britain"

In 1840, the British Parliament was presented with a shocking document that revealed the appalling conditions endured by women and children working in the coal mines.

In Bram Stoker's Dracula, Mina Harker represents the typical submissive female desired by Victorian era men.

In this highly acclaimed book, Wilson presents a dazzling array of facts, details and anecdotes that portray the 19th Century in a refreshingly interesting light.

Students will learn about the different ideologies present during the Industrial Revolution and about factory life with these interactive and engaging activities.

Well known in the UK for his antagonistic interviews with recalcitrant politicians, journalist Jeremy Paxman reveals his in-depth knowledge of Victorian art.

Published on the same day in 1859 as Charles Darwin's The Origin of Species, Self Help by Samuel Smiles outsold Darwin's book. Find out more about his life and work.

Sporadic attacks happened mainly in 1837, 1839, 1843 and 1845. Jack was blatant, targeting mostly women. There have been reports of similar entities.

Sydney Maritime Museum's exhibition presents an unusual slant on Charles Darwin's significance by considering his role on one of the first survey ships, HMS Beagle.