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The Real Reason why the Mail was delayed (engraving)
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The Real Reason why the Mail was delayed (engraving)
1622196 The Real Reason why the Mail was delayed (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Real Reason why the Mail was delayed. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 December 1882.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22851046
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Delayed Drank Drawn Drunkeness Mail Postal Workers Booze Shire Horse Stallions
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The Real Reason why the Mail was Delayed
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is a captivating engraving that takes us back to the 19th century, revealing a hidden truth behind postal delays during Christmas time. This intriguing artwork, created by an English School artist, showcases a scene filled with winter charm and mischief. In this lively illustration for The Illustrated London News, we witness a chaotic spectacle unfolding in the snowy countryside. Postal workers are depicted in various states of drunkenness, their merriment evident as they indulge in alcohol-fueled revelry. Horses of all breeds - racehorses, ponies, shire horses - join in on the fun alongside their human counterparts. Amidst this uproarious scene lies the crux of the matter: it becomes apparent that these intoxicated postal workers have been sidetracked from their duties due to their love for drink and horse racing. As snowflakes gently fall around them, one can't help but wonder how many letters remain undelivered while this merry chaos ensues. This engraving not only captures the festive spirit of Christmas but also sheds light on an amusing yet relatable aspect of human nature – our tendency to get carried away by festivities and momentarily forget our responsibilities. It serves as a reminder that even those entrusted with important tasks can succumb to temptation when presented with such joyous distractions. "The Real Reason why the Mail was Delayed" transports us back in time and invites us to reflect on how timeless vices like alcohol and merrymaking
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