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Microscopy for Millions
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Microscopy for Millions
Microscopy for the Millions : A member of the audience frightened by a lantern slide showing the forms of life in a typical drop of London water. Cartoon by Charles Samuel Keene (1823 - 1891) for " Punch", London, 1878
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Media ID 9700453
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1878 Audience British Culture Cartoon Drop Fear Healthcare And Medicine Illness Living Organism Looking Away Magnification Medium Group Of People Punch Showing Terrified United Kingdom Western Script Charles Samuel Keene Public Health
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This print from 1878 takes us back to a time when the world of microscopy was still relatively unknown. In this scene, we find ourselves in a packed auditorium where an audience has gathered for what promises to be an enlightening experience. However, as the lantern slide is projected onto the screen, one member of the crowd becomes visibly frightened by what they see. The cartoon by Charles Samuel Keene depicts a typical drop of London water under magnification, revealing countless forms of life that were previously invisible to the naked eye. The terrified expression on the individual's face reflects both their fear and fascination with these living organisms lurking within something as innocuous as water. This image serves as a reminder of how far we have come in understanding public health and hygiene practices since the 19th century. At that time, illnesses caused by contaminated water sources were common, leading people to view even a simple glass of water with trepidation. Through art and craft, Keene captures not only this historical moment but also highlights our innate human curiosity about the microscopic world around us. It reminds us that advancements in healthcare and medicine have allowed us to better comprehend these hidden realms while appreciating how far we have progressed in safeguarding public health.
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