6. Darwin, Dickens, and a Giant Diamond: Inside The Great Exhibition (Ep 2)
Journey Through Time
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Fears and Celebrations at the Great Exhibition
This chapter explores the anxieties and hopes surrounding the construction and opening of the Crystal Palace for the Great Exhibition. It contrasts elite concerns about disorder with the excitement and national pride felt during the event, particularly from Queen Victoria. Additionally, it delves into the societal changes of the era, reflecting on the transformative impact of industrialization and the exhibition's role in symbolizing progress and unity.
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