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The Albrighton Hounds: A Meet at Stretton, c1903, (1903). The Albrighton Hunt, founded in 1830, under the patronage of the Earl of Stamford in Shropshire and Staffordshire

59 lb Mahseer, Caught by Capt. H. B. D. Campbell, R. E. in the Upper Ganges, c1903, (1903)
59 lb Mahseer, Caught by Capt. H. B. D. Campbell, R.E. in the Upper Ganges, c1903, (1903). A Mahseer, a southern Asian fish in the carp family. From The Sports of the World, by F. G. Aflalo, F.R.G.S

Hauling in a Grippo of 15000 Fish at Emirgian on the Bosphorus, c1901, (1903). The Bosphorus, Turkey, is the worlds narrowest strait used for international navigation

Japanese Wrestlers Ready for a Go, c1902, (1903). Sumo wrestling c1902. From The Sports of the World, by F. G. Aflalo, F.R.G.S. F.Z.S

The Duc De Lorge, c1901, (1903). The Duc De Lorge Stag hunting in France. From The Sports of the World, by F. G. Aflalo, F.R.G.S. F.Z.S

International Doubles At Philadelphia, 1900, (1903). International Racquets Doubles At Philadelphia. Peter Latham (1865-1953) and Mr

Rough or Smooth? Spinning for Service, c1903, (1903). Artist: Thomas Holmes Mason
Rough or Smooth? Spinning for Service, c1903, (1903). A game of Raquets. From The Sports of the World, by F. G. Aflalo, F.R.G.S. F.Z.S

As The Lion Charged, 1902, (1903). Artist: Stanley Llewellyn Wood
As The Lion Charged, 1902, (1903). As The Lion Charged, Its Challenger, After Making One Stab At It With His Assegai, Was Dashed To The Ground

A Badminton Tournament at the Crystal Palace, 1902, (1903). Artist: Russell & Sons
A Badminton Tournament at the Crystal Palace, 1902, (1903). The All England Championships, badminton tournament held at the Crystal Palace, London in 1902. From The Sports of the World, by F. G

Fencers Taking Positions, c1903, (1903). Artist: Ogawa & Burton
Fencers Taking Positions, c1903, (1903). Japansese Fencers. From The Sports of the World, by F. G. Aflalo, F.R.G.S. F.Z.S. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1938]

The End of a Bout, c1903, (1903). Artist: Ogawa & Burton
The End of a Bout, c1903, (1903). Japanese Fencers. From The Sports of the World, by F. G. Aflalo, F.R.G.S. F.Z.S. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1903]

The Wall Game at Eton: St. Andrews Day - Oppidan v. Colleges, c1900, (1903). Artist: Hills and Saunders
The Wall Game at Eton: St. Andrews Day - Oppidan v. Colleges, c1900, (1903). The Eton wall game, originated at and is still played at Eton College

An Assault With the French Duelling Sword, c1900, (1903). Artist: Hills and Saunders
An Assault With the French Duelling Sword, c1900, (1903). From The Sports of the World, by F. G. Aflalo, F.R.G.S. F.Z.S. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1903]

The Cottesmore Pack, c1902, (1903). Artist: Elliott & Fry
The Cottesmore Pack, c1902, (1903). The Cottesmore Hunt, Rutland, is one of the oldest foxhound packs in Britain tracing back to 1666

A Close End, c1903, (1903). Artist: A Brown & Co
A Close End, c1903, (1903). From The Sports of the World, by F. G. Aflalo, F.R.G.S. F.Z.S. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1903]

View of Paris, Showng The Seven Bridges, 1882. From Cities of the World: their origin, progress and present aspect, by Edwin Hodder [Cassell & Company Ltd. London, 1882]

Somerset House, 1755 (1897). From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Old Roman Bath, Strand Lane, 1897. From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Jacob Tonson, 1897. Artist: Edward Walford
Jacob Tonson, bookseller and publisher, 1897. From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Lyons Inn, c1800 (1897). Artist: Samuel Ireland
Lyons Inn, c1800 (1897). From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Temple Bar, 1846 (1897)
The Old Fish Shop by Temple Bar, 1846 (1897). From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Butchers Row, 1800 (1897). Old houses formerly standing in Butchers Row. From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

London from Temple Bar to Charing Cross, 1543 (1897) Artist: Anthonis van den Wyngaerde
London from Temple Bar to Charing Cross, 1543 (1897). Part of a panaramic view of London. From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Guy Fawkess Cellar, 1897. From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

St Stephens Cloisters, 1897. From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Coronation of George IV in Westminster Hall, 1897
Coronation of George IV in Westminster Hall: The Champions Challenge, 1897. From a contemporary Engraving in Gentlemans Magazine. Reproduced in Old and New London Vol 111 by Edward Walford

Old Street, Market Street, Westminster, 1820 (1897). From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Warren Hastings, 1897. From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Interior of Old Westminster Hall, 1797 (1897). From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Westminster Hall, 1808 (1897). Artist: Swain
Westminster Hall, 1808 (1897). After a view published by F. T. Smith. From Old and New London Vol 111 by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Old Palace Yard, 1796 (1897). After a drawing by Miller. From Old and New London Vol 111 by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

The Houses of Parliament after the fire in 1834, (1897). From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Caxtons House, Westminster, 1827 (1897). From Old and New London Vol 111. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Thieving Lane, 1808 (1897). From a drawing by F.T Smith. From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Westminster from the roof of Whitehall, 1807 (1897). From a view published by Smith. From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

The new Foreign Office, 1897. From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Sir Henry Lee of Ditchley, 1897. After a portrait by Basire for Old and New London Vol 111 by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Scotland Yard, c1720 (1897). From Old and New London Vol 111 by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

Frost on the Thames, 1897. Artist: J Quartley
Frost on the Thames, 1897. From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

In a Large Telephone Exchange, c1916. Women telephonists working at the Throgmorton Avenue Telephone Exchange in the City of London

The Engine Room of a Holland Submarine, c1916. The Holland-class were the first submarines built for the Royal Navy. They were built by Vickers, Barrow-in-Furness

John Powlett and his Hounds, (c18th to 19th century), 1929
John Powlett and his Hounds c18th to 19th century. After Benjamin Marshall (1767-1835). From George Stubbs and Ben marshall, published by Cassell and Company, Ltd. 1929

Tom Oldaker, Huntsman of the Berkley Hounds, on Pickle, with the hounds, (1800), 1929
Tom Oldaker, Huntsman of the Berkley Hounds, on Pickle, with the hounds maleburn and Romper, 1800. After Benjamin Marshall (1767-1835)

The Milbanke and Melbourne Families, (c1796), 1929
The Milbanke and Melbourne Families, c1796. It is likely that this painting was commissioned to mark the alliance of the two families through marriage in April 1769. After George Stubbs (1724-1806)

The Drake Well, Pennsylvania, America, 1859. Drilled by Edwin Laurentine Drake (1819-1880) in 1859, it is the first commercial oil well in the United States

The Ediswan Pointolite, c1916. The Edison and Swan Electric Light Company Limited was an English manufacturer of incandescent lamp bulbs and other electrical goods

The First Incandescent Electric Lamp, c1916. Early carbon and rod filament incandescent electric lamp 1878-9. Made by the English chemist, Joseph Swan (1827-1914)

The First Parsons Turbo-Electric Generating Station, c1916. A steam turbine is a device that extracts thermal energy from pressurized steam

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"Cassell and Company Ltd: A Journey Through Time with Artistic Masterpieces" Step into the world of art and history with Cassell and Company Ltd. This renowned publishing house takes you on a captivating journey through time, showcasing an exquisite collection of artworks that have stood the test of time. One such masterpiece is "Ulysses Deriding Polyphemus" by JMW Turner, painted in 1829 but immortalized in 1904. The sheer brilliance of Turner's brushstrokes transports you to ancient Greek mythology, where Ulysses bravely challenges the Cyclops. Traveling forward in time, we encounter Thomas Webster's "A Dames School, " created in 1845 but brought to life again in 1904. This heartwarming scene captures the innocence and curiosity of children as they gather for their education, reminding us of simpler times gone by. Moving on to Cookham, we stumble upon an intriguing piece from 1898 whose creator remains unknown. Despite this mystery, its beauty speaks volumes as it depicts a serene countryside landscape that invites contemplation and tranquility. Lancaster Castle emerges next, depicted by J Davis around 1896. John of Gaunt's Tower stands tall against the sky—a symbol of strength and power—whispering tales from medieval times when knights roamed these halls. Chesterfield comes alive through Albert Edward Seaman's skilled hand around the same period. His artwork captures the essence of this historic town with its iconic crooked spire standing proudly amidst charming architecture—a sight not easily forgotten. Crossing Llangollen Bridge brings us closer to nature once more; although its creator remains unknown like many others featured here, their work showcases a picturesque bridge surrounded by lush greenery—an idyllic spot for reflection or perhaps even romance. The historical narrative continues with "Submission of Henry IV at Canossa" from 1077—an event brought to life by an unknown artist in 1890.