The Crystal Palace

In 1851, the Great Exhibition was held in the Crystal Palace. The exhibition of skills such as collecting, representing, observing, and building showcases Victorians' encyclopedic notion of society, which contributed to the interest in detective fiction.

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1 May 1851 to 15 Oct 1851

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