The popular image of Regency England is one of glittering ballrooms, dashing gentlemen in tailcoats, and witty ladies in empire-line dresses. It’s a world of romance and elegance, immortalised by Jane Austen and countless period dramas. But for the vast majority of the population, this glittering façade was a world away from their reality. Theirs … Continue reading Beyond Bridgerton: Unearthing the Brutal, Resilient World of Regency England’s Poor