A Very British Romance with Lucy Worsley

Episode 1

Celebrate love with Lucy Worsley as she delves into the seductive history of British romance, uncovering the social, political and cultural forces that shaped ideals of romantic love during the Georgian era, including the novels of Jane Austen.

18th Century Love Tokens

1m

Lucy talks about 18th century love tokens, the most luxurious token being a tiny, anonymous eye pin. Learn about how this artifact was used and why it was so provocative.

Previews + Extras

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    Jane Austen’s Writing Cottage

    S1 E1 - 1m 16s

    See where Jane Austen composed her stories. Inside her brother’s cottage, on a small, insignificant table, Austen wrote her last completed novel, "Persuasion."

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