Readings Collection

Prison reformer Elizabeth Fry visits women at Newgate
Elizabeth Fry (1780-1845) on a visit to Newgate Prison, London. In 1817, Fry and a group of like-minded, mostly Quaker, women formed the Ladies Association for the Reformation of the Female Prisoners

Moliere reading a just written comedy to his maid, Moliere, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, 1622, 1673, France, Historical
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Clerkenwell, St Johns Gate (engraving)
582900 Clerkenwell, St Johns Gate (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clerkenwell, St Johns Gate.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

I pray that God may bless this Christmas day our friends and kindred all (colour litho)
668576 I pray that God may bless this Christmas day our friends and kindred all (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mrs Fanny Kemble (engraving)
1603981 Mrs Fanny Kemble (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mrs Fanny Kemble. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 28 January 1893)

Some Clerical Types by John Kendal, Penny Readings. 1901

Mrs Mary E Webb (A Coloured Native of Philadelphia) reading "Uncle Toms Cabin
1097642 Mrs Mary E Webb (A Coloured Native of Philadelphia) reading " Uncle Toms Cabin, " in the Hall of Stafford-House (engraving) by English School

Mrs Fanny Kembles Readings of Shakespeare, at the St Jamess Theatre (engraving)
1096763 Mrs Fanny Kembles Readings of Shakespeare, at the St Jamess Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mrs Fanny Kembles Readings of Shakespeare)

A Florentine poet (photogravure)
961219 A Florentine poet (photogravure) by Cabanel, Alexandre (1823-89) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Florentine poet; photogravure from the original painting by Alexander Cabanel)

Bellews "Hamlet"Readings at St Georges Hall, the Ghost Scene on the Ramparts (engraving)
2772122 Bellews " Hamlet" Readings at St Georges Hall, the Ghost Scene on the Ramparts (engraving) by Friston, David Henry (fl.1853-82); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cloudy readings
Fernando Alves

Mr. Ted Wood of Birch, near Manchester reads the Bible to Hell Angels Club during a Community meeting at his home. November 1969 Z11177-002

Mr. Ted Wood of Birch, near Manchester reads the Bible to Hell Angels Club during a Community meeting at his home. November 1969 Z11177

St. Ives, Cornwall - A Salvation Army open air meeting on the slipway, where hundreds would gather to sing favourite hymns and listen to the gospel on a Sunday evening. Date: circa 1940s

John C M Bellew
JOHN CHIPPINDALL MONTESQUIEU BELLEW : Anglican churchman, who later converted to Rome, renowned both as a preacher and for his public readings. Date: 1823 - 1874

John C M Bellew - 2
JOHN CHIPPINDALL MONTESQUIEU BELLEW : Anglican churchman, who later converted to Rome, renowned both as a preacher and for his public readings. Date: 1823 - 1874

Dr. Griffith Pugh, leader of the British medical team for the 1968 Mexico Olympics, peforms high altitude tests, checking an athletes heart readings during a five-minute race

Major Robert Hobart Mayo, the steward appointed to observe the attempt on behalf of the international authority, signs a card which will be photographed on to the film carried in the aircraft

Using Instrument 1962
A scientist looks intently at the readings of an unspecified instrument. Date: 1962

Interferometer readings. This graph shows the results of a test carried out on the isotopes Kr-86 (Krypton 86) and Hg-198 (Mercury 198) by a Fabry-Perot interferometer

Caesium atomic clock readings. A caesium atomic clock contains atoms of vapourised caesium-133 that pass back and forth between magnets at each end of the clock

Histogram. Screen displaying a histogram. A histogram is a types of graph that displays frequencies

The Thermometer on the Eiffel Tower, 1934
Photograph of a Thermometer whose readings covered 525 feet of the Eiffel Tower, Paris, March 1934

Old Couple / Youth Reading
An elderly couple listen attentively to the readings of an industrious young boy

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"Exploring the Power of Readings: From Prison Reform to Theatrical Delights" In a groundbreaking moment for prison reform, Elizabeth Fry visits women at Newgate, offering solace through the power of words. Moliere, the renowned French playwright, captivates his maid with a just-written comedy, showcasing the transformative nature of literature in 17th century France. Amidst the picturesque backdrop of St. Ives in Cornwall, an open-air meeting by The Salvation Army emphasizes how they are inspire and uplift communities. Clerkenwell's historic St Johns Gate engraving reminds us that even centuries ago, readings played a vital role in connecting people and fostering intellectual growth. As Christmas approaches, a heartfelt prayer is offered for blessings upon our loved ones while cherishing moments spent together through shared stories (colour litho). Mrs Fanny Kemble's enchanting presence comes alive through this captivating engraving as she mesmerizes audiences with her dramatic readings. John Kendal's "Some Clerical Types" showcased during Penny Readings highlights the diverse characters brought to life through engaging literary performances. Witnessing Mrs Mary E Webb immersed in reading "Uncle Tom's Cabin, " we are reminded of how literature has been instrumental in raising awareness about social issues (engraving). At London's St James Theatre, Mrs Fanny Kemble enthralls theatergoers with her spellbinding Shakespearean readings - an unforgettable experience captured in this engraving. A Florentine poet immerses himself deep into thought as he delves into profound verses - reminding us of poetry's ability to transport readers to ethereal realms (photogravure). Bellews' rendition of "Hamlet" at St Georges Hall brings Shakespearean tragedy to life; particularly haunting is the Ghost Scene on the Ramparts - forever etched in our memories (engraving).