Georgian England, 1714-1820 (1913) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164126607)

Georgian England, 1714-1820 is a historical book written by Susan Cunnington, first published in 1913. The book presents a detailed account of the Georgian era in England, which spanned from the accession of George I in 1714 to the death of George IV in 1820. Cunnington provides a comprehensive overview of the political, social, and cultural developments that occurred during this period, including the rise of the British Empire, the Industrial Revolution, and the emergence of new cultural movements such as Romanticism.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a particular aspect of Georgian England. The first chapter provides an overview of the political landscape of the era, including the reigns of the four Georges and the major political events that occurred during their reigns. The following chapters delve into various aspects of Georgian society, including the economy, religion, education, and social customs.Cunnington also discusses the arts and literature of the era, highlighting the works of major writers such as Jane Austen, Samuel Johnson, and William Wordsworth. She also explores the development of the visual arts, including the rise of the Royal Academy and the works of famous artists such as Joshua Reynolds and Thomas Gainsborough.Throughout the book, Cunnington provides numerous anecdotes and examples to illustrate the daily life of Georgian England, from the fashion of the period to the food and drink consumed by the people. The book is well-researched and provides a fascinating insight into one of the most important periods in English history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Susan Cunnington
ISBN-10: 1164126601
ISBN-13: 9781164126607
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 276
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.82lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.58d