The Straits of Malacca, Indo-China, and China; or ten years' travels, adventures, and residence abroad ... Illustrated ... by J. D. Cooper, etc.

John Thomson was a renowned Scottish photographer known for his groundbreaking work in the 19th century. His most famous collection, "Street Life in London," captured the harsh realities of poverty and social inequality. His powerful images revolutionized documentary photography and inspired generations of artists to use their work as a tool for social change.