Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Collection

Built in a Belfast Shipyard - The launching of the Edinburgh Castle, a fine ship built recently for the South African run and launched by Princess Margaret, c1948

Twice a year bump races take place on the Thames at Oxford, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Twice a year " bump" races take place on the Thames at Oxford, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Westminster Bridge and Big Ben, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Westminster Bridge and Big Ben, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

How Spartan Youth was Trained, c. 1940s (litho)
IL439463 How Spartan Youth was Trained, c.1940s (litho) by Valda, John Harris (d.1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Newnes Pictorial Knowledge)

The Guile of Oroetes, c. 1940s (litho)
IL439468 The Guile of Oroetes, c.1940s (litho) by Valda, John Harris (d.1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Newnes Pictorial Knowledge, depicting the trickery of Oroetes)

The Last Voyage of Henry Hudson, c. 1940s (colour litho)
IL439450 The Last Voyage of Henry Hudson, c.1940s (colour litho) by Collier, John (1850-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Newnes Pictorial Knowledge)

The Battle of Marathon, c. 1940s (litho)
IL439467 The Battle of Marathon, c.1940s (litho) by Valda, John Harris (d.1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Newnes Pictorial Knowledge)

The Pass of Thermopylae, c. 1940s (litho)
IL439464 The Pass of Thermopylae, c.1940s (litho) by Brock, Richard Henry (1871-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Newnes Pictorial Knowledge)

The Brave Three Hundred, c. 1940s (litho)
IL439465 The Brave Three Hundred, c.1940s (litho) by Brock, Richard Henry (1871-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Newnes Pictorial Knowledge)

Amid the Beauties of New Zealands Sheep Farms, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Amid the Beauties of New Zealands Sheep Farms, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

These Maori children at the Native School, Whakarewarewa, are playing a hand game, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

The Rotorua district in the North Island of New Zealand - The climber is resting on a rocky prominence on the slopes of Mount Ruapehu, gazing across the valley to the summit of another volcano

The Hongi, A Maori Greeting, c1948. Creator: Unknown
The " Hongi", A Maori Greeting, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Australia - A drover with some of his charges on a sheep station in the State of Victoria, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Transporting Prize Rams By Air, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Transporting Prize Rams By Air, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Sydney Harbour Bridge from the City, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Sydney Harbour Bridge from the City, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

In Canadas Greatest National Park - Jasper National Park, c1948. Creator: Unknown
In Canadas Greatest National Park - Jasper National Park, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

When the School comes to the Children - Travelling schools provide thoroughly modern education for boys and girls in the scattered communities of northern Ontario, c1948

Learning His Trade, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Learning His Trade, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

The Great Salmon Industry - Indian girls working in the canning department, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

The Great Salmon Industry, c1948. Creator: Unknown
The Great Salmon Industry, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Historic Harlech Castle, Famed in Welsh Song, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Historic Harlech Castle, Famed in Welsh Song, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

One of Britains Sea Gateways, c1948. Creator: Unknown
One of Britains Sea Gateways, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

The Pool of London, c1948. Creator: Unknown
The Pool of London, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Lincoln Cathedral and The Exchequer Gate, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Lincoln Cathedral and The Exchequer Gate, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

On their Way to the Saw Mills, c1948. Creator: Unknown
On their Way to the Saw Mills, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Cutting Turves, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Cutting Turves, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

The Founder of Australia, c1948. Creator: Unknown
The Founder of Australia, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

The Spiral Tunnels on the Canadian Pacific Railway, c1948. Creator: Unknown
The Spiral Tunnels on the Canadian Pacific Railway, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

After Five Hundred Years! - The Aberconwy, c1948. Creator: Unknown
After Five Hundred Years! - The Aberconwy, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

A Highland Gathering at Braemar, c1948. Creator: Unknown
A Highland Gathering at Braemar, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

The Cave of a Warrior Hero, c1948. Creator: Unknown
The Cave of a Warrior Hero, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

For Scotlands Fallen - Scottish National War Memorial. The Shrine with seven stained-glass windows and a Casket containing the names of the Fallen, c1948

Edinburgh Castle, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Edinburgh Castle, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Little Moreton Hall, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Little Moreton Hall, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

In the Grand Harbour at Valletta, Malta, c1948. Creator: Unknown
In the Grand Harbour at Valletta, Malta, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Some Ensigns of Britain and the Commonwealth, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Some Ensigns of Britain and the Commonwealth, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

In a Native Fish-Market, c1948. Creator: Unknown
In a Native Fish-Market, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Loading a Cargo of Cotton, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Loading a Cargo of Cotton, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Scenes in a Native College - Students in the physics laboratory, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Scenes in a Native College - Students in the physics laboratory, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Scenes in a Native College - Students of Bacteriology at the Fort Hare Native College at Alice in Cape Province, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3"

The Victoria Falls in Southern Rhodesia, c1948. Creator: Unknown
The Victoria Falls in Southern Rhodesia, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Elephants in Procession, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Elephants in Procession, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

The Chained Library of the Minister Church at Wimborne, in Dorset, c1948. Creator: Unknown
The Chained Library of the Minister Church at Wimborne, in Dorset, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Unusual Arches in Wells Cathedral - meet to form a St. Andrews Cross and were so built in 1338 to strengthen the central tower, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3"

Kent Hops, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Kent Hops, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Hampton Court Palace - part of the palace kitchen which is kept exactly as it was
Regent Street, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London] Hampton Court Palace - part of the palace kitchen which is kept exactly as it was in

In Westminster Cathedral, c1948. Creator: Unknown
In Westminster Cathedral, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

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"Newnes Pictorial Knowledge: A Journey Through Time and Cultures" Step into the captivating world of "Newnes Pictorial Knowledge, " a treasure trove of visual wonders that will transport you to different eras, places, and stories. Built in a Belfast Shipyard, witness the majestic launching of the Edinburgh Castle, a fine ship that embodies craftsmanship and maritime excellence. Travel back to c1948 on the Thames at Oxford, where adrenaline fills the air as bump races ignite fierce competition. The creator remains unknown but their skillful capture brings alive the excitement and energy of this thrilling event. Marvel at iconic landmarks frozen in time - Westminster Bridge and Big Ben standing tall against the backdrop of London's bustling streets. This c1948 photograph by an anonymous artist immortalizes these symbols of British heritage. Delve into history with lithographs from the 1940s showcasing Spartan youth training methods - discipline personified. Uncover tales like "The Guile of Oroetes, " "The Last Voyage of Henry Hudson, " "The Battle of Marathon, " or "The Pass of Thermopylae. " These vibrant lithos breathe life into ancient legends etched forever in our collective memory. Witness bravery unfold through another stunning lithograph titled "The Brave Three Hundred. " Feel their courage resonate through time as they stand united against overwhelming odds. Embark on an enchanting journey to New Zealand's sheep farms captured circa 1948 by an unknown visionary. Immerse yourself amid nature's beauty while exploring picturesque landscapes adorned with fluffy clouds grazing over lush pastures. Experience cultural richness as Maori children engage in hand games at Whakarewarewa Native School circa 1948. Their laughter echoes through generations, bridging cultures and celebrating unity amidst diversity. Finally, discover serenity amidst adventure within Rotorua district's breathtaking landscapes in North Island, New Zealand. Rest alongside a climber who pauses to take it all in, capturing a moment of tranquility amidst nature's grandeur.