Man outside a pub Victorian period

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Man outside a pub Victorian period

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Biblical Moral Morality Movement Pubs Temperance

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This vintage photograph, hailing from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to the Victorian era, specifically an English pub during the late 1800s or early 1900s. The image features a man, dressed in the fashion of the Edwardian period, standing outside a traditional public house. The pub, with its ornate wooden sign and intricate brickwork, exudes a sense of history and character. The man, deep in thought, clutches a lantern in one hand and a Bible in the other. The lantern, a common accessory during this time for navigating the darkened streets, serves as a visual reminder of the era's lack of modern lighting. The Bible, a symbol of morality and religious devotion, suggests that the man may be a member of the Temperance Movement. The Temperance Movement, a moral crusade against the consumption of alcohol, was a significant social and political force during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The movement, driven by Christian values, sought to promote total abstinence from alcohol and improve the overall moral fiber of society. The man's attire, with its modest and conservative design, further reinforces this notion. Despite the man's apparent adherence to the Temperance Movement, the pub remains a beacon of community and social interaction. The image encapsulates the complexities and contradictions of the era, where moral values and social norms intertwined with the desire for companionship and enjoyment. This photograph is a testament to the rich history and intrigue of the Victorian and Edwardian periods, offering a glimpse into a bygone era and the complexities of human nature.

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