Author Description
From the front "The television series 'Upstairs, Downstairs' -- a brilliant portrait of British life during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries -- continues to enchant audiences all over the world. With this book author Mollie Hardwick gives us a closer, more detailed vew of that fascinating period. She weaves the story of the Bellamy household into the historical and cultural background of England from the turn of the century to the Great Depression. This book chronicles this time -- of contrast, of social upheaval, of progress - - in an immensely readable text that is richly illustrated with hundreds of old photographs, posters, drawings, and television stills.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the historical and cultural realities of British life during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries as reflected through the lens of the Bellamy household. Author Mollie Hardwick utilizes her expertise in period detail to contextualize the fictional events of the television series within the broader framework of England's social evolution from the turn of the century through the Great Depression. The text serves as a bridge between popular media and historical documentation, providing a comprehensive look at the era's class dynamics and societal shifts.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Historical analysis of British class structures and domestic life
- Cultural commentary on the transition from the Edwardian era to the Great Depression
- Extensive visual documentation including period photographs, posters, and production stills
Scope Limits
- The book does not provide a comprehensive academic history of the period, focusing primarily on the context relevant to the television series
- It does not offer an exhaustive biography of the show's creators or cast members
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Readers frequently note that the book serves as a valuable companion piece for fans of the television series who seek deeper historical context. Experts highlight the text as an accessible entry point for those interested in the intersection of popular culture and social history.
Page Count:
256
Publication Date:
1976-01-01
ISBN-10:
0030155711
ISBN-13:
9780030155710
History
Television Tie-in
Social History
British History
Cultural Studies
Great Britain