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222. Victorian Holidays

The Rest Is History

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The Genesis of Mass Tourism and Its Quirky Artifacts

This chapter examines the unique customs related to relics and the commercialization of historical artifacts. It explores the growth of British tourism in Europe following the Napoleonic Wars and discusses a recent book on the evolution of mass tourism, including souvenirs and the birth of travel agencies.

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