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what are some good sources on the working class, middle class, and gentry for pictures and info!? feel free to supply info you know as well!. just no bogus info please!Www@QuestionHome@Com


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One good resource is the BBC production of Upstairs, Downstairs!. This gives a good Victorian/Edwardian view of the the upper class and their servants!.

There are several good films on this relationship!. "Mrs!. Brown", "The Shooting Party"!.

Books
'Pax Britannica: Vol!. 2, Pax Britannica - The Climax of an Empire' by James Morris, 1992!. An excellent overview of the British Empire at its height around 1900!. This is the second of a three volume set by the author!. Highly recommended!.

'Winston S!. Churchill - The Last Lion, Vol 1, Visions of Glory 1874-1932' by William Manchester, 1983!. One of my favorites!. A favorable view of WSC's early life!. Good overview of Victorian culture that shows it's influence on him!. Churchill as soldier, newspaper correspondent, writer, statesman!. Highly recommended!.Www@QuestionHome@Com