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The Victorian World Picture
David Newsome
Editions
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Publisher |
ISBN Number |
Price |
Buy |
| pbk |
HarperCollins |
0006863604 |
£9.99 |
n/a | | hbk |
John Murray |
0719556309 |
£25.00 |
n/a |
Review
This is an attempt to give an overview of a complex period which has suffered desperately at the hands of simplistic, politically-motivated historians. The author seeks to show how the Victorians perceived themselves - their religion, their finances, their prospects, their empire etc. His immense erudition is worn lightly: to read him is like listening to a gifted, enlightening teacher. This short, elegant book should be read by anyone interested in Victorian history or literature. - review by Johnny de Falbe
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