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Library CC46_00597
Guys Hospital, The Borough, London. People reading books in the Free Lending Library. 1920s
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 18634964
© Historic England Archive
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Discover the captivating history of London's Guy's Hospital in the 1920s with this stunning photographic print from Media Storehouse, featuring the image "Library CC46_00597" by Marshall Keene and Company, courtesy of Historic England. Witness the timeless scene of people immersed in the joy of reading in the Free Lending Library. This high-quality print, filled with historical charm and character, is the perfect addition to any home or office space. Bring a piece of London's rich history into your everyday life.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, titled "Library CC46_00597" takes us back in time to the bustling streets of The Borough in London during the 1920s. Here, we witness a slice of everyday life at Guys Hospital, where people sought solace and knowledge within the walls of the Free Lending Library. The image showcases a cellar-turned-library filled with individuals engrossed in books that transport them to different worlds. Amidst rows upon rows of neatly stacked volumes, men and women can be seen sitting on wooden benches or standing against bookshelves, their faces illuminated by the soft glow emanating from nearby windows. One woman catches our attention as she sits near a window, her eyes fixated on an open book resting gently on her lap. Lost in its pages, she seems oblivious to her surroundings - perhaps escaping into a world far removed from the hospital's corridors. This photograph is not just about books; it captures a moment when literature became an escape for those seeking respite from their daily lives. It reminds us that even amidst busy hospitals like Guys', there existed spaces dedicated to nurturing minds and providing comfort through words. "Library CC46_00597" serves as a poignant reminder of how libraries have long been cherished sanctuaries for knowledge-seekers throughout history. Marshall Keene and Company's lens has frozen this scene forever, allowing us to appreciate both the architectural beauty of this underground haven and the timeless allure of reading itself.
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