Description

Step inside the bustling world of the 1850s Crystal Palace with this detailed guide that captures the marvel of its glass‑and‑iron architecture and the wonders displayed within. The author walks you through the grand exhibition halls, the portrait gallery, and the curious extinct‑animal collection, offering clear explanations of each object's significance. Readers also discover the specially designed Pompeian Court, a space that blends classical inspiration with Victorian innovation. Rich illustrations and revised plans bring the building’s scale to life, making the experience vivid even for those who can only imagine the spectacle.

Beyond the exhibitions, the guide serves as a practical companion for visitors, featuring maps, transport schedules, and fare tables that once directed crowds from London’s stations to the palace grounds. It explains the layout of the park, the locations of the main entrances, and even the seasonal omnibus timetables that made day trips easy. With its concise yet thorough index of principal objects, the book invites listeners to explore the intersection of art, science, and industry that defined this iconic Victorian landmark.

Details

Full title

The Palace and Park Its Natural History, and Its Portrait Gallery, Together with a Description of the Pompeian Court Its Natural History, and Its Portrait Gallery, Together with a Description of the Pompeian Court

Language

Duration

~23 hours (1325K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Chris Curnow, Harry Lamé and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

Jun 30, 2019

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

Source

https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59843