Four prints by H M Brock, c. 1920s, probably taken from a book, illustrating "Histro-Electric" nos.1,3,4 and 9. Measure 8½ inches x 9½ inches. £6 the four, including P&P (UK). Close this window to return to Books For Sale.
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Histro-Electric No. 1 Henry VIII would have found that one wife could have done the work of six if she had used an electric iron. |
Histro-Electric No. 3 Robert Bruce would never have seen a spider if Mrs Bruce had used a Vacuum Cleaner. |
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Histro-Electric No. 4 Sir John Falstaff need not have been known as "The Fat Knight" if he had made regular use of an Electric Slimming Machine. |
Histro-Electric No. 9 Ethelred might not have been so unready if he had had an Electric Clock. |