Port Sunlight : $b a record of its artistic & pictorial aspect

"Port Sunlight: A Record of Its Artistic & Pictorial Aspect" by T. Raffles Davison is a historical exploration of an early 20th-century industrial village designed as a utopian living space for workers. It highlights the artistic and architectural marvels of Port Sunlight, built on the vision of Sir William Hesketh Lever to fuse practical living with aesthetic charm. The book meticulously presents the village’s design, emphasizing its unique planning, artistic structures, and community-focused spaces that elevate it above typical industrial housing. With vivid descriptions and illustrations, the author demonstrates how the integration of thoughtfully designed homes, verdant landscapes, and communal facilities catered to the workers' needs while promoting the ideals that characterized Port Sunlight. The narrative celebrates this innovative model village, advocating for the essential role of beauty in daily life and its profound impact on enhancing the well-being of its residents.