From Chapter XIX: Brickmaking

“Our first plate shows a limekiln and brickyard on a small scale, probably the property of one of those “penny-bank” builders who have studded the beautiful Norfolk landscape with their hideous work. On the bank lies the mast of a wherry awaiting repairs, whilst lower down in the water floats the wherry itself which is to take away the bricks when made. One man is feeding the kiln with limestone, regardless of the fumes of noxious gases which must surround him; another, who has been to the public-house for beer, is just mooring his boat. Here too the mill can be seen at rest, the horse-collar hanging from the beam, while the old horse feeds on the marsh behind.”  p. 117