HGC Marsh Lambert

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HGC Marsh Lambert

HGC Marsh Lambert - Popular proverb. Half a loaf is better than no bread'. Date: circa 1918

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© Mary Evans Picture Library/Peter & Dawn Cope Collection

Bread Faulkner Half Lambert Loaf Marsh Proverb

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, titled "HGC Marsh Lambert" and dated circa 1918, captures the essence of resilience and determination during a time of hardship. The image features an elderly man, identified as Marsh Lambert, sitting contentedly on a wooden chair with a half loaf of bread in his hands. The setting is simple yet poignant - a rustic table, a worn-out apron, and a dimly lit room. The popular proverb inscribed below the photograph, "Half a loaf is better than no bread," encapsulates the sentiment of the scene. Marsh Lambert's expression suggests a sense of satisfaction and gratitude, reminding us of the importance of appreciating what we have, even in the face of scarcity. The photograph, part of the Peter & Dawn Cope Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back to the 1910s, a time of great economic hardship and uncertainty. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the human spirit's ability to find joy and contentment in the simplest of things. Marsh Lambert's story is one of perseverance and survival, and his image has become a symbol of hope and inspiration. The photograph is a testament to the enduring power of a simple proverb and the human spirit's ability to find meaning and joy in the most unexpected places.

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