Victorian Baby in Print

Explore the fascinating world of infancy in the Victorian era with Victorian Baby in Print by Tamara S. Wagner, published by Oxford University Press in 2020. This groundbreaking study is the first of its kind, focusing exclusively on the portrayal of babies in nineteenth-century literature and culture. Spanning 312 pages, Wagner draws upon a rich array of sources, including novels from renowned authors like Charles Dickens, Wilkie Collins, and Mary Elizabeth Braddon, as well as parenting magazines and manuals of the time.

Delve into how these representations of infancy crafted an enduring iconography that has come to define the Victorian age. With its insightful analysis and engaging prose, Victorian Baby in Print is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of literature and cultural history. Don't miss the opportunity to uncover how perceptions of childhood were shaped during this transformative period.