A Visitor's Guide to Victorian England
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Step into the past and experience the sights, sounds and smells of Victorian England, from clothing to cuisine, toilet arrangements to transport - and everything in between HAVE YOU EVER IMAGINED what it would be like to visit the Victorian era? How would you find the best seat on an omnibus, deal with unwanted insects and vermin, get in and out of a vehicle while wearing a crinoline, and avoid catching an infectious disease? Michelle Higgs answers all these questions, and reveals the minutiae of Victorian daily life. Drawing on a wide range of sources, this book blends accurate historical details with compelling stories to bring the period to life. A must-read for seasoned social history fans, costume drama lovers, history students and anyone with an interest in the nineteenth century. Discover the hidden details of history, from how to fend off pickpockets to the correct way to fasten a corset. As featured in the Express & Star and Black Country Bugle.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1781592837
ISBN13:9781781592830
Release Date:May 2014
Publisher:Pen and Sword Social History
Length:224 Pages
Weight:0.90 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 6.1" x 9.1"
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