Port Sunlight: A Record of Its Artistic & Pictorial Aspect

Published in 1916, T. Raffles Davison's 'Port Sunlight: A Record of Its Artistic & Pictorial Aspect' provides a detailed account of the industrial village of Port Sunlight, designed for workers of Lever Brothers. The book explores its unique architectural features, green spaces, and community planning, reflecting the ideals of the Arts and Crafts movement. Davison critiques early 20th-century social reform through urban design, emphasizing the integration of beauty and functionality in worker housing. Illustrated with photographs, this work serves as a significant historical and artistic commentary on the relationship between environment and community identity.