Inside the World of Bridgerton

True Stories of Regency High Society

Catherine Curzon

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Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
19 June 2024

European history

Discover the true Regency history behind the TV phenomenon.

In The Real World of Bridgerton, author and Regency period expert Catherine Curzon explores the historical inspirations behind the hit series, and illuminates the fascinating details of real life in Regency high society.

Examining a range of key topics, this revealing guide covers everything from the class structure of the era and the crucial role played by marriage to the stunning fashion, culture and social events of the time that have enchanted audiences and history fanatics for centuries. With further chapters dedicated to sex, race, the media and more, this is a window into the real history that has helped make Bridgerton into such a global phenomenon.

Offering insightful advice on what to - and what not to - wear, how to see and be seen, the reality of 'coming out' into the public arena, and decoding the real-life scandal sheets on which the beloved TV show is largely based, The Real World of Bridgerton highlights how the real ladies and gentlemen of Regency England lived and loved.

By: Catherine Curzon
Imprint: Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 135mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 205g
ISBN: 9781789295085
ISBN 10: 1789295084
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 19 June 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Catherine Curzon writes books about old Hollywood and even older royalty. Her work has been featured online by BBC News, BBC History Extra and The Daily Express, and in publications including All About History, Who Do You Think You Are?, and Jane Austen's Regency World. Her first play, Being Mr Wickham, premiered to sell-out audiences in 2019. Co-written with Adrian Lukis, the play was streamed live and undertook a national tour in 2021, receiving rave reviews from the likes of Broadway World, The Sunday Times, The Telegraph, and The Daily Mail. She has more than 20k followers on twitter and writes novels for Orion as one half of Ellie Curzon. She lives in Yorkshire.