At Home with the Georgians
2010 · BBC Two · 60 min · 1 season
S01E03 · Safe as Houses
Fri, 17 Dec, 8:00 am
Historian Amanda Vickery reveals how the 18th century home was constantly under threat. How did the Georgians make their houses havens of safety and security?
About
In this three part series, historian Amanda Vickery explores how the great British obsession with our homes began 300 years ago.
Episodes
- E01
A Man's Place
Fri, 3 Dec· 60 minHistorian Amanda Vickery explores how the British obsession with our homes began 300 years ago and how the desire for a home revolutionised relationships.
- E02
A Woman's Touch
Fri, 10 Dec· 60 minOn a journey from stately home to pauper's attic Amanda Vickery reveals how 'taste' became the buzzword of the age and gave women a new outlet for their creativity.
- E03
Safe as Houses
Fri, 17 Dec· 60 minHistorian Amanda Vickery reveals how the 18th century home was constantly under threat. How did the Georgians make their houses havens of safety and security?
Cast
Amanda Vickery
Presenter