The book "L'Illustration, No. 0044, 30 December 1843" is a printed publication that offers the reader a unique opportunity to look at the socio-political events and cultural context of France in the 19th century. Thanks to the illustrations included in this issue, the reader can immerse himself in the atmosphere of that time, feel the spirit of the era and understand the important events and trends of the period covered. In this edition, various authors share their observations, analyzes and impressions about the prevailing social phenomena of that period of history. The texts of the publications are imbued with deep meaning, and the illustrations vividly reproduce images and events that reflect the mood and attitude of society at that time. "L'Illustration, No. 0044, 30 December 1843" is not only a magazine of that time, but also an important document of the history of culture and journalism. This book gives the reader the opportunity to better understand the past through the prism of visual images and literary texts that complement each other, creating a holistic view of life at that time.