Pandaemonium 1660–1886
Pandaemonium 1660–1886

Author: Humphrey Jennings

Publisher: Icon Books Ltd

Published: 2012-10-04

Total Pages: 433

ISBN-13: 1848315864

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Collecting texts taken from letters, diaries, literature, scientific journals and reports, Pandæmonium gathers a beguiling narrative as it traces the development of the machine age in Britain. Covering the years between 1660 and 1886, it offers a rich tapestry of human experience, from eyewitness reports of the Luddite Riots and the Peterloo Massacre to more intimate accounts of child labour, Utopian communities, the desecration of the natural world, ground-breaking scientific experiments, and the coming of the railways. Humphrey Jennings, co-founder of the Mass Observation movement of the 1930s and acclaimed documentary film-maker, assembled an enthralling narrative of this key period in Britain's national consciousness. The result is a highly original artistic achievement in its own right. Thanks to the efforts of his daughter, Marie-Louise Jennings, Pandæmonium was originally published in 1985, and in 2012 it was the inspiration behind Danny Boyle's electrifying Opening Ceremony for the London Olympic Games. Frank Cottrell Boyce, who wrote the scenario for the ceremony, contributes a revealing new foreword for this edition.

How People May Live and Not Die In India
How People May Live and Not Die In India

Author: Florence Nightingale

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2021-01-01

Total Pages: 22

ISBN-13:

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How People May Live and not Die in India by Florence Nightingale: Florence Nightingale's seminal work delves into public health and sanitation practices in India during the 19th century. Through meticulous research and advocacy, Nightingale offers valuable insights into the improvement of healthcare practices to reduce mortality and improve the quality of life for the Indian population. Key Aspects of the Book "How People May Live and not Die in India": Public Health in India: Nightingale provides an in-depth analysis of the prevalent health conditions in India and proposes measures to improve healthcare infrastructure. Sanitation and Hygiene: The book emphasizes the importance of proper sanitation and hygiene practices in preventing disease and promoting well-being. Healthcare Advocacy: "How People May Live and not Die in India" advocates for reforms in healthcare policies and practices to save lives and enhance the health of the Indian population. Florence Nightingale, often referred to as the "Lady with the Lamp," was a pioneering nurse, statistician, and healthcare reformer. Born in 1820, Nightingale's contributions to nursing and public health revolutionized healthcare practices in the 19th century. In "How People May Live and not Die in India," Nightingale's commitment to improving healthcare in India shines through, leaving a lasting legacy in the field of public health and healthcare advocacy.