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Court Life Below Stairs: Or London Under The Last Georges, 1760-1830

Court Life Below Stairs: Or London Under The Last Georges, 1760-1830

Molloy, J. Fitzgerald

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Biographies GeneralHistorical FiguresAnthropology

ISBN10: 1432543148
ISBN13: 9781432543143
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Apr 10 2007
Pages: 412
Weight: 1.33
Height: 0.92 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Court Life Below Stairs: Or London Under The Last Georges, 1760-1830 is a historical book written by J. Fitzgerald Molloy. The book provides a fascinating insight into the lives of the servants who worked in the households of the British royal family during the reigns of the last four Georges. The book explores the daily routines and duties of the servants, from the lowest scullery maid to the highest-ranking butler. It delves into the hierarchy of the servants' positions, their salaries, and their living conditions. The author also examines the relationships between the servants and their employers, including the strict rules and etiquette that governed their interactions.The book also offers a glimpse into the social and political climate of the time, with detailed accounts of the events and scandals that occurred during the reigns of George III, George IV, William IV, and Queen Victoria. Molloy provides a vivid portrayal of the opulence and extravagance of the royal court, as well as the poverty and hardship experienced by those who served it.Overall, Court Life Below Stairs: Or London Under The Last Georges, 1760-1830 is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the British royal family, as well as the social and cultural history of Britain during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.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.

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