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In early Victorian England, the ballroom was a stage for courtship, social interactions, and the display of refinement. Balls and dance events were a highlight of the social calendar, especially for the upper and aspiring middle classes. Read more: ephemera-society.org.uk/the-dance-card/

Copy books were an essential tool in the education system during the Victorian era in the English-speaking world. They were widely used in schools to teach children proper handwriting, penmanship, and literacy skills. Read more: ephemera-society.org.uk/copy-books/

In an age before email, podcasts, or global digital streaming, one of the most thrilling ways to connect across continents was through the crackle and hum of shortwave radio. Read more on our website: ephemera-society.org.uk/paper-echoes-1…

The bookmark, placed between the pages of a book to mark the reader's place, is an enduring accessory for bibliophiles and book lovers. ephemera-society.org.uk/mark-of-the-ti…

As we waddle through the wintry corridors of history, one feathered fellow has strutted its way into our hearts and onto our festive tables-the noble turkey. Read more: ephemera-society.org.uk/talking-turkey/

Francesco Bartolozzi (1727-1815) was an eminent Italian engraver. Of particular interest to collectors of ephemera are his Benefit tickets to concerts and balls. These elegant tickets hold a special allure. Read more : ephemera-society.org.uk/francesco-bart…

The Bill of Lading has been an essential document in international trade for centuries. The modern Bill of Lading as we know it today has its roots in medieval Europe. Read more on our website: ephemera-society.org.uk/bill-of-lading/

Apprenticeship Indentures were essential to vocational training in England from the medieval period through the 19th century. They were legal contracts outlining the terms and conditions under which a young person would be apprenticed to a master. ephemera-society.org.uk/apprenticeship…

The enchanting allure of 19th century private theatricals! These dramatic performances, typically organised by members of the Victorian upper and middle classes, took place in private homes. Read more: ephemera-society.org.uk/amateur-theatr…

The Summer 2025 issue Nº 207 of "The Ephemerist", has just gone to print. Many in our Society are here because of their interest in graphic design. If that is true this is your issue! The cover features orange wrappers © Musée International des Arts Modeste, France. #Ephemera

The Ephemera Society is very sad to announce the death of its President Emeritus, Professor Michael Twyman. Michael championed #ephemera throughout his long & distinguished career as a world expert in printing history, especially lithography. He will be sorely missed. RIP Michael

Step inside historic Chelsea Old Town Hall for Today's Rare Book Fair: Free Entry Nov 1; #fairs #Chelsea #KingsRoad #historic #books #ephemera #framedart #decorative #portraits #newstock #cricket #sporting #November #artwork #shopping; chelseabookfair.com/exhibitors/pro…

For this month's Council's Choice, Alexandra Franklin highlights Bodleian Broadside Ballads. Cyber-security concerns prompted the temporary closure of this resource in November 2024. Now all of the more than 35,000 records have returned to public view: bibsoc.org.uk/councils-choic…

There are TWO visiting fellowships in #ephemera with applications deadlines this month: The Michael Twyman Research Fellowship in Ephemera Studies collections.reading.ac.uk/letter-printin… and Bodleian Libraries Bodleian Visiting Fellowship in Ephemera Studies bodleian.ox.ac.uk/csb/fellowship… Don’t delay!

Have you seen our new resource: Ephemera Books Plus - a bibliography and so much more. Find books, articles, theses, blogs, podcasts, videos…. arranged by subject & genre. So much to explore, and it’s free. Over 3,000 entries, and growing: ephemera-society.org.uk/ephemera-books… #ephemera

We have a personal tribute to our late, much missed President, Professor Emeritus Michael Twyman, on our website: ephemera-society.org.uk/michael-twyman…

Includes Bodleian Visiting Fellowship in Ephemera Studies #ephemera

We’re excited! Just a week to go until our 50th anniversary Winter Fair. Full details here: ephemera-society.org.uk/ephemera-socie… Do come. #ephemera

A great incentive to come to our 50th anniversary Winter Fair this Sunday (23 November): ephemera-society.org.uk/ephemera-socie… and join the #Ephemera Society