However, not much was known about the evocative piece that illustrates the cover, until now.
By sheer luck, Edwards spotted the famed picture in a Victorian photo album.
A long-time fan of the band, the historian recognized the image immediately.
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When the image was taken in 1892, he was a widower who lived in a small cottage.
The photo album containing the image is noted: Reminiscences of a visit to Shaftesbury.
A present to Auntie from Ernest.
It features writing that matches that of the photographer.
The album also includes images of local architecture, street scenes, and portraits of other rural workers.
