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Feb 2023
57m 51s

Georgian Courtship: love and marriage in...

Bbc Radio 4
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Greg Jenner is joined by guests Dr Sally Holloway and comedian Cariad Lloyd in the long 18th century to explore Georgian love and courtship. Forget Bridgerton and Jane Austen – this is a historical how-to guide to finding a spouse in Georgian England. This episode takes you through a typical courtship in the era, from where to meet a potential partner, what gifts to buy them, and how much involvement your parents might have in the whole affair. This was a time when penning a love letter was a serious commitment, whilst sweets and spoons were considered flirtations of the highest order!

You’re Dead To Me is the comedy podcast that takes history seriously. Every episode, Greg Jenner brings together the best names in history and comedy to learn and laugh about the past.

Hosted by: Greg Jenner Research by: Bethan Davies Written and produced by: Emmie Rose Price-Goodfellow, Emma Nagouse and Greg Jenner Project Management: Isla Matthews Audio Producer: Steve Hankey Executive editor: Philip Sellars

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