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Life of Charles Dickens - Kingsgate St, Sarah Gamps House
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Life of Charles Dickens - Kingsgate St, Sarah Gamps House
Life of Charles Dickens - Kingsgate St, Sarah Gamps House. Part of Box 330 Charles Dickens (Life and Works), slide no 14 Date: circa 1890s
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This lantern slide image transports us back in time to the bustling streets of Victorian London, specifically to Kingsgate Street, where we find ourselves standing before the residence of Sarah Gamps, a character from Charles Dickens' renowned novel, "Little Dorrit." The late 19th century scene is brought to life through intricate details, from the horse-drawn carriage and its passengers, to the various shops and individuals going about their daily business. Charles Dickens, the legendary English novelist and social critic, penned "Little Dorrit" between 1835 and 1837, and it is considered one of his most complex and intricately plotted works. The novel's setting, Marshalsea Prison, is only a stone's throw away from Sarah Gamps' house, further emphasizing the interconnectedness of Dickens' vividly imagined world. Sarah Gamps, a landlady of a boarding house, is a pivotal character in the novel, known for her gossip and her unique way of making bread. This image, part of Box 330 in the Charles Dickens (Life and Works) collection, offers a glimpse into the world Dickens created, allowing us to visualize the setting of his intriguing story. The 1890s lantern slide, with its rich, detailed depiction, offers a captivating look into the past, transporting us to a time when horse-drawn carriages ruled the streets, and Charles Dickens' novels were a source of both entertainment and social commentary.
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