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How to Win Customers (in 1853!)

Posted on March 17, 2016 by Roger Pocock

Snippets 58.  Robert Kemp Philp (1819-1882) wrote a wide variety of handbooks giving advice on different aspects of life.  His work is very valuable from a social history perspective, as it offers insights into 19th Century attitudes, and hardships faced … Continue reading →

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Journals 1.3 – England in 1815 by Joseph Ballard (Part 3)

Posted on May 22, 2015 by Roger Pocock

The following is a continuation of my essay on Ballard’s journal.  See the earlier entry from 14th May 2015 for the first part, and 18th May 2015 for the second part. Predictably, the highlight of Ballard’s travels in Britain was … Continue reading →

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