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From Absolute History. Living the life of an Edwardian farmer isn’t just about working the land—it’s about working the sea! This month, Ruth Goodman is hunting for brown shrimp and building a fish smokery, while Alex and Peter join a traditional sailing trawler, the Key Wade, for a dangerous trawl. From cattle droving and making…
From Absolute History. After the death of her husband, Prince Albert, Queen Victoria’s grief plunged her into a deep depression, leading her to withdraw from public life for decades. This documentary explores her strained relationship with her nine children, particularly with her rebellious eldest son, Bertie, whose promiscuous lifestyle clashed with his mother’s strict morality.…
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From Absolute History. In Devon’s tranquil Tamar Valley, archaeologists Alex Langland and Peter Ginn, along with historian Ruth Goodman, are living and working as Edwardian farmers for a year. In this installment, they tackle the arrival of spring in March, a crucial time for the farm’s prosperity. 💚 Join the Absolute History club to get…
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From Absolute History. The Worst Jobs On An Edwardian Farm The Daily Grind Of An Edwardian Farmer Six months into their year, Ruth, Alex and Peter explore the daily lives of Edwardian farmers. This episode has a slightly different format to the rest of the series; instead of covering a whole month’s changes it uses…
From Absolute History. A look at how Queen Victoria, devastated by the loss of her husband, the father of her nine children, descended into mourning. 💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NR 📺 Do you love uncovering the past, exploring historic sites, and venturing to distant lands?…
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From Absolute History. Archaeologists Alex Langlands and Peter Ginn go down a copper mine, just a few hundred yards from their cottage, which was once the major source of Morwhellam Quay’s wealth. Historian Ruth Goodman learns the art of lacemaking, visiting the town of Honiton, which became world famous for its lace. The boys also…
From Absolute History. The first iron steamer to cross the Atlantic, which she did in 1845 in just 14 days. Designed by Victorian engineering genius Isambard Kingdom Brunel, when completed, it was the longest passenger ship in the world. Its early years were plagued with problems before it found success. 💚 Join the Absolute History…
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From Absolute History. As winter sets in, the three farm dwellers must look further afield to earn money. Peter and Alex fish for crabs while Ruth hires herself out for domestic work. Ruth rides a bicycle and tries period cleaning techniques, including early vacuum cleaners. They separate growing calves from their mothers. Peter finds out…