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Cover design, London Magazine, April
Cover design, London Magazine, April, sixpence, depicting a woman in an orange raincoat and a man in naval uniform, with a battleship at sea in the background. Articles in the magazine include Seven Years at the German Court (by Edith Keen), and The Silent Pressure of the Navy. Date: circa 1916
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This evocative cover design for the April 1916 issue of the London Magazine transports us back in time to the heart of the First World War. The image, which originally appeared for sixpence, depicts a determined woman in an orange raincoat bravely facing the rough sea, her gaze fixed on the towering battleship in the background. Standing beside her, a man in naval uniform salutes, adding an air of authority and duty to the scene. The cover art perfectly encapsulates the spirit of resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity, a theme that resonated deeply during the tumultuous years of the war. Inside the pages of this historic publication, readers would have found thought-provoking articles that offered insights into the war effort and the lives of those affected by it. Notable pieces included Edith Keen's "Seven Years at the German Court," which offered a unique perspective on the inner workings of the German monarchy, and "The Silent Pressure of the Navy," which delved into the challenges and hardships faced by sailors at sea. As the spring of 1916 unfolded, the London Magazine continued to serve as a vital source of information and reflection for its readers, providing a window into the world of wartime Britain and offering a much-needed respite from the harsh realities of the conflict. This cover design, with its powerful imagery and evocative symbolism, stands as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling and the importance of documenting history.
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