Happily ever after? Love and marriage in Austen's era
History Extra podcast
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Courting and Relationships in Regency Era
The speakers discuss the various ways couples would meet in upper-class Regency relationships, such as through family, friends, and acquaintances. They explore the dynamics of age gaps in relationships during this era, highlighting the common age differences and the reasons behind them. The chapter also explores the expectations and realities of love and marriage during the Regency era, with a focus on unmarried women and the characteristics of weddings.
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