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Inside the World of Bridgerton

True Stories of Regency High Society

Catherine Curzon author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Michael O'Mara Books Ltd

Published:2nd Mar '23

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Inside the World of Bridgerton is a fascinating dive into the real history that inspired the smash-hit show Bridgerton. Written by an expert on the period, this book reveals the true workings of Regency high society.

A fascinating dive into the real history behind Bridgerton, revealing how class, culture, fashion, sex and more truly functioned in the world of Regency high society.

Discover the true Regency history behind the TV phenomenon.

In Inside the World of Bridgerton, author and Regency period expert Catherine Curzon explores the historical inspirations behind the hit series, and illuminates the fascinating details of real life in Regency high society.

Examining a range of key topics, this revealing guide covers everything from the class structure of the era and the crucial role played by marriage to the stunning fashion, culture and social events of the time that have enchanted audiences and history fanatics for centuries. With further chapters dedicated to sex, race, the media and more, this is a window into the real history that has helped make Bridgerton into such a global phenomenon.

Offering insightful advice on what to - and what not to – wear, how to see and be seen, the reality of ‘coming out’ into the public arena, and decoding the real-life scandal sheets on which the beloved TV show is largely based, Inside the World of Bridgerton highlights how the real ladies and gentlemen of Regency England lived and loved.

Curzon provides a fascinating insight into the stories behind the silver screen, covering everything from fashion and royal balls to the "complex class structure and rigid etiquette" that controlled life from day one. * The Sunday Post *

ISBN: 9781789294996

Dimensions: 216mm x 138mm x 20mm

Weight: 300g

192 pages