Hannah Greig
The Beau Monde
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199659005
- author:
- Hannah Greig
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 346
- Dimensions:
- 23.62 x 16.51 x 2.29 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Beau Monde: A World of Fashionable Society in 18th-Century London In 18th-century London, being fashionable was not just about dressing well - it was about belonging to an exclusive world where status was determined by one's ability to display wealth and influence. This book takes you on a journey through the vibrant society of the beau monde, from the courts and parliament to private homes and public parks. You'll meet a cast of characters who embody the complexities of this new elite, including those who rose to power through cleverness and those who fell victim to scandal and gossip. Through their stories, you'll gain insight into the intricate world of fashion, politics, and social hierarchy that defined this era. By the end of the 18th century, being fashionable had become a key to power and exclusivity in a rapidly changing world. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, where the pursuit of style and status was a matter of life and death.
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