Kingsley Collection (page 3)

Kingsley, Charles (1819-1875). British writer and historian. Colored engraving
Charles Kingsley (1819-1875). British writer and historian. Colored engraving

Sir Kingsley Wood is greeted by Mr Scott-Paine when insp?
Sir Kingsley Wood is greeted by Mr Scott-Paine when inspecting an armoured target boat for the RAF, built by British Power Boat Co, Hythe, Southampton

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MEMORIES OF CHARLES KINGSLEY AT WESTWARD HO! DEVONSHIRE: 1. General View of Westward Ho!; 2. The Room in Charles Kingsleys House in which " Westward Ho!" was Written; 3

Elbridge Kingsley, At Sea, American, 1842-1918, c. 1883, wood engraving

CHARLES KINGSLEY (1819-1875). English cleric and novelist. Photographed c1870

MARY H. KINGSLEY (1862-1900). English traveler and ethnologist. Photographed in her expedition canoe on the Ogowe River in 1895, during her second trip to West Africa

CHARLES KINGSLEY (1819-1875). English cleric and novelist. Mezzotint engraving by John Sartain, 1853

CHARLES KINGSLEY (1819-1875). English cleric and novelist. Mezzotint engraving by John Sartain, 1853

MARY HENRIETTA KINGSLEY (1862-1900). English traveler and ethnologist. Wood engraving, 1896

The WPA Federal Dance Theatre presents The eternal prodigal Choreography by Gluck-Sandor, music by Herbert Kingsley. Poster for Federal Theatre Project presentation of The Eternal Prodigal

Kingsleys Staircase
A most unusual wooden staircase in the rectory where CHARLES KINGSLEY was rector. The stairs lead to attic rooms. A rope hangs from a rope to act as a safety hold. Date: 1819 - 1875

Kingsleys Gravestone
The simple white graveside cross of English author CHARLES KINGSLEY, with passion flowers and Latin inscription : We have, we loved and we will love. Date: 1819 - 1875

Kingsley Hotel, Bloomsbury Square, London
Kingsley Hotel, Hart Street, Bloomsbury Square, London Date: 1906

Tell them once more the tale of Bethlehem, the kneeling shepherds and the Babe Divine. From a poem by Charles Kingsley. 20th century

1863 Kingsley Water Babies gorilla
In 1863 churchman Charles Kingsley wrote " The Waterbabies" a moralising tale that included human do-as-you-likes de-evolving back to apes (and further) because of their careless ways

1885 Richard Owen, T. H. Huxley, waterbaby
Richard Owen (20, July 1804- 18 December 1892). Thomas Henry Huxley (4 May 1825 - 29 June 1895). Linley Sambournes illustration for the new 1885 Macmillan edition of Kingsleys 1862/3 The

Theatre, The Last Waltz Nerman
Jose Collins and Kingsley Lark, with Alfred Wellesley and Billy Leonard in The Last Waltz

Sir Kingsley Wood (1881-1943)
Photograph of Sir Kingsley Wood, the Conservative MP, seen in 1938 - the year that he held the posts of Minister of Health and Secretary of State for Air

Kingsley Amis
KINGSLEY AMIS Novelist, poet, critic and teacher; generally grouped among the " angry young men" of the 1950s. Father of the writer Martin Amis

Baby and Fairies
Tom witnesses the fairies come up from below the water and carry a baby and cradle gently down

LOOK AHEAD
Tom sees a group of fortune- tellers and prophesiers coming towards him but refuses to be tempted to look at the future

Tom in the Bedroom
Tom the chimney sweep finds himself in the beautiful and very clean bedroom of Ellie, the Squires daughter, at Harthwood House

Water Babies Dance Aroun
The water babies celebrate Toms arrival as a new baby and dance around him on the shore

Tom and the Fairy
Tom is told off by Ellie for poking a crab

Tom and the Gairfowl
Tom talks to the gairfowl who weeps tears of pure oil

Down to the Sea
Tom sees three little girls swimming with fish under the water

Tom and the Lobster Pot
Tom helps to save a stubborn lobster from a fisherman and a wicked otter

Tom Jumps out of Water
Tom swims with the tide towards a life buoy and skips three feet in the air out of the waves

England / Westward Ho
Looking down on Westward Ho, North Devon, famous for its Peeble Ridge and the associations with the novel of the same name, by Charles Kingsley

Water Babies / Tom
Tom, seated on a lily pad, watches a dragon fly whilst the vile otter lurks in the background

Water Babies / Tom Caught
The professor catches Tom in his met, as Ellie looks on

Kingsey. Water Babies
Toms shy encounter with a female water baby

Water Baby / Tom / Salmonr
Tom encounters Mr. & Mrs. Salmon in the stream

Water Babies / Tom / Moon
Tom " sat upon a little point of rock, & looked up at the broad yellow moon, & wondered what she was, & thought that she looked at him."

Water Baby / Tom / Lobster
Tom helps the lobster out of the lobster pot

Chas Kingsley / Waddy
CHARLES KINGSLEY English writer and clergyman: a satire on his popular novel, Westward Ho!

Henry Kingsley / Cdv
HENRY KINGSLEY English novelist, brother of Charles and George Henry

Water Babies / Fairies / Tom
The inhabitants of Polupragmosyne show Tom the way, though they all point in different directions

Water Babies / Tom / 1922
Tom awakens & finds that the fairies have changed him into a water baby, complete with his own gills resembling a lace frill

Mrs Doasyouwouldbe
The tender & motherly, Mrs. Doasyouwouldbedoneby, with Tom

Water Babies Kissing
Tom & the water baby hug & kiss, whilst a startled fish looks on

Chas Kingsley / Elliott &f
CHARLES KINGSLEY Writer and clergyman

Chas Kingsley / Armytage
CHARLES KINGSLEY Writer and clergyman

Mother Carey / Water Baby
Tom encounters Mother Carey, seated on her white marble throne, resting her chin in her hand & gazing down into the sea

Water Babies Scene / 1909
An underwater scene

Water Babies / Tom / Lobster
Toms first encounter with the lobster

Water Babies. Pandora Box
And out flew all the ills that flesh is heir to from Pandoras box

Water Babies. Ice Palace
The ice fairies arrive at Mother Careys pool, where all round it the ice cliffs rose, in walls & spires & battlements

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"Kingsley: A Tale of Adventure and Inspiration" In the world of literature, Kingsley holds a special place. From Jane Austen's Emma to the remarkable Mary Henrietta Kingsley, this name resonates with tales of courage and exploration. Mary Kingsley, a renowned traveller and writer, captivated readers with her daring expeditions into uncharted territories. Like a modern-day pioneer, she fearlessly ventured into unknown lands, documenting her experiences for all to marvel at. But let us not forget another famous connection to the name Kingsley - "Water Babies. " This beloved children's book by Charles Kingsley took young readers on an enchanting journey through fantastical realms. Tom, the Water Baby himself, captured our hearts as he embarked on his transformative adventures alongside Sweep. Swithland in Leicestershire became synonymous with Kingsley due to its granite and slate quarries that provided inspiration for his vivid descriptions. The rugged beauty of this landscape mirrored the trials faced by Tom in his quest for redemption and self-discovery. Eversley Rectory also played a significant role in shaping Charles Kingsley's literary legacy. It was here that he penned "Water Babies, " weaving together themes of morality and imagination that continue to resonate with readers today. The legacy of both Mary Henrietta Kingsley and Charles Kingsley lives on through their works. Their stories remind us that there is always more to discover beyond our comfort zones - whether it be exploring distant lands or delving into the depths of our own souls. To honor their contributions, Bideford in North Devon erected a Port Memorial and a magnificent statue dedicated to the memory of these extraordinary individuals. These landmarks stand as testaments to their enduring impact on literature and inspire future generations to embrace adventure with open hearts. So let us celebrate all things "Kingsley" – from Jane Austen's Emma highlighting societal intricacies to Mary Henrietta Kinglsey's intrepid spirit and Charles Kingsley's enchanting Water Babies.