History – A Short Introduction to the Late Victorian Period (1865-1895) – Spring Term

COURSE OVERVIEW

For those who are interested in the great changes and progress at the end of the nineteenth century, leading into new ways of thought, progressive ideas and action, energy, optimism and innovation

The Victorian age was a time of contrasts and contradictions. On the one hand, piety, prudery, stiffness and hypocrisy; on the other, free thinking, high living and immorality. In-between was the ordinary, hard-working, fun-loving Victorian, who wanted to enjoy all that was on offer in this fast-moving world which included the cinema and the motor-car. Lots of books, journals and newspapers enlightened a new readership, especially those who benefited from a higher standard of schooling and being able to read.

Illustrated with powerpoint slideshows.

N.B. History courses may contain outdated attitudes, cultural depictions and language which cause offence today. They have to be viewed from an historic perspective. When discussing the content these views are not those of the tutor.

Tutor Sarah Tobias. This course runs on a Wednesday 1300-1500 held at Parish Church of the Holy Cross, Downsway, Woodingdean, Brighton, BN2 6BD.