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This volume is a collection of essays that explore the childhood and college life of Victorian and Edwardian Londoners. The essays cover a wide range of topics, including the family, education, religion, and leisure activities. They provide a rich and detailed portrait of what life was like for young people in this period of British history.

One of the most striking things about Victorian and Edwardian childhood was the emphasis on discipline. Children were expected to be obedient and respectful to their parents and teachers. They were also expected to work hard and achieve academically. This emphasis on discipline was often enforced through corporal punishment.

The Colourful Life of an Engineer: Volume 1 - A Victorian Childhood and College Life in Edwardian London

by Harry C. Lott

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However, there was also a great deal of love and affection in Victorian and Edwardian families. Parents often spent a great deal of time with their children, and they were deeply involved in their education and upbringing. Children were also encouraged to express their emotions, and they were often given a great deal of freedom to play and explore.

Education was a very important part of Victorian and Edwardian childhood. Children from wealthy families typically attended private schools, while children from poorer families attended state schools. Private schools were often very expensive, but they provided a high quality of education. State schools were less expensive, but they often had larger classes and less experienced teachers.

Religion played a very important role in Victorian and Edwardian society. Children were often brought up in a religious household, and they were expected to attend church or chapel regularly. Religion provided a sense of community and belonging, and it helped to shape children's moral values.

Leisure activities were also an important part of Victorian and Edwardian childhood. Children enjoyed playing games, reading, and going to the movies. They also spent a great deal of time outdoors, exploring the countryside or playing in the park.

The essays in this volume provide a rich and detailed portrait of what life was like for Victorian and Edwardian children. They offer a fascinating glimpse into the past, and they help us to understand the ways in which childhood has changed over time.

Here are some of the key themes that emerge from the essays in this volume:

The importance of discipline in Victorian and Edwardian childhood
The role of love and affection in Victorian and Edwardian families
The importance of education in Victorian and Edwardian childhood
The role of religion in Victorian and Edwardian society
The importance of leisure activities in Victorian and Edwardian childhood

This volume is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in Victorian and Edwardian history, or in the history of childhood. The essays are well-written and informative, and they provide a fascinating glimpse into the past.

The Colourful Life of an Engineer: Volume 1 - A Victorian Childhood and College Life in Edwardian London

by Harry C. Lott

5 out of 5