Chap delighted with his parcel (Peak Freans Biscuit Box!)

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Chap delighted with his parcel (Peak Freans Biscuit Box!)

A Young chap delighted to discover a parcel has arrived for him, containing a Peak Freans Biscuit Box! (or so says the hand-written message!!) Date: circa 1900s

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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection

Arrived Chap Delighted Discover Label Lean Leaning Leans Parcel Peak Pick Picking Picks Postal String Wrapped Tied Up

EDITORS COMMENTS
A young chap, dressed in a simple shirt and trousers, leans down with an expression of pure delight as he picks up a parcel from the ground. The brown paper package, wrapped carefully with string and tied up with a label, bears the promise of a treasured surprise within. The postal communication, a relic of an era before digital connectivity, has arrived to bring joy to this young man. The scene, captured in a photograph from the early 1900s, transports us back in time to a simpler age. The anticipation and excitement of receiving a parcel in the mail was a common experience shared by people from all walks of life. The simple act of opening a package was a source of delight and wonder, a moment of connection to the outside world. The contents of the parcel remain a mystery, but the young man's reaction suggests that it is something special. Perhaps it is a gift from a loved one, or a long-awaited item ordered from a catalog. Whatever it may be, the parcel holds the power to bring happiness and brighten the day of this young chap. The Peak Freans Biscuit Box, mentioned in the title, is not visible in the photograph. However, the hand-written message adds an intriguing layer to the story, hinting at the possibility that the parcel contains this beloved treat. The Peak Freans Biscuit Box was a popular brand of biscuits produced by the Peak Freans & Co. Ltd. in the UK during the late 1800s and early 1900s. The company's iconic blue and white boxes were a common sight in British households and were a favorite among children and adults alike. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the simple pleasures of life and the joy that can be found in the smallest of things. It is a snapshot of a moment in time, frozen in history, and a testament to the enduring power of anticipation and the thrill of receiving a parcel in the mail.

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