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The English Take Their Pleasures Sadly by Gooderham
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The English Take Their Pleasures Sadly by Gooderham
Humorous illustration showing vast crowds of people " enjoying" themselves at a typical British seaside town. The chaos and crush echo the well-known insult about the English by the French minister the Duc de Sully, " The English Take Their Pleasures Sadly"
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Chaos Crowded Crowds Crush Daytrippers Deck Chair Deck Chairs Donkey Donkeys Families Judy P Ier Punch Rides Sea Side
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Step right up and witness the chaos and crush of a typical British seaside town in this humorous illustration by Gooderham titled "The English Take Their Pleasures Sadly." The scene is bustling with vast crowds of people, all seemingly trying to "enjoy" themselves in their own unique ways. From deck chairs to donkey rides, from families to daytrippers, this image captures the essence of British leisure at its finest.
As you take a closer look, you can almost hear the laughter and chatter echoing through the pier. The French minister Duc de Sully once famously remarked that "The English Take Their Pleasures Sadly," and this print certainly seems to capture that sentiment. Despite the apparent chaos and crush of bodies, there is a sense of lighthearted fun permeating throughout the scene.
Whether it's soaking up the sun on a crowded beach or taking a spin on one of the many rides available, there is no shortage of entertainment for those seeking a bit of holiday cheer. So grab your Punch magazine and settle in for a day filled with laughter, joy, and perhaps just a hint of sadness - after all, as they say, it wouldn't be British leisure without it!
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