Portrait of an Age: Victorian England
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In print continuously since its first appearance in 1936, this study of the Victorian era from 1837-1901 is regarded as the greatest history of that time ever written. G. M Young's remarkable survey has outstanding clarity, delicious wit, and penetrating scholarship. "An immortal classic, the greatest long essay ever written."--Simon Schama. "A magnificent piece."-- Punch. "Every page is delightful reading."-- Guardian. "[A] breathtaking range of scholarship, richness and aptness of language, and acid sharpness of wit."-- Country Life.
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