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- 432 pages
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Set in the golden age before World War I, this prequel delves into the lavish lifestyles and intricate social dynamics of the late Victorian and Edwardian country houses. It captures the blend of privilege and hedonism among the elite, showcasing a diverse cast that includes nobility, self-made millionaires, and glamorous hostesses. As Britain flourished, these stately homes became symbols of opulence, revealing the absurdities and intrigues of a society where duty and honor coexisted with excess.
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The Power and the Glory, Adrian Tinniswood
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- Released
- 2024
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- Title
- The Power and the Glory
- Subtitle
- The Country House Before the Great War
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Adrian Tinniswood
- Publisher
- Vintage Publishing
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 432
- ISBN13
- 9781787334168
- Description
- Set in the golden age before World War I, this prequel delves into the lavish lifestyles and intricate social dynamics of the late Victorian and Edwardian country houses. It captures the blend of privilege and hedonism among the elite, showcasing a diverse cast that includes nobility, self-made millionaires, and glamorous hostesses. As Britain flourished, these stately homes became symbols of opulence, revealing the absurdities and intrigues of a society where duty and honor coexisted with excess.