The Victorian Eye: A Political History of Light and Vision in Britain, 1800-1910

The Victorian Eye: A Political History of Light and Vision in Britain, 1800-1910

by Chris Otter (Author), Chris Otter (Author)

Synopsis

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 book explores how light facilitated such practices as safe transportation and private reading.

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Format: Illustrated
Pages: 392
Edition: Illustrated
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Published: 01 Nov 2008

ISBN 10: 0226640779
ISBN 13: 9780226640778