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  • @AprilMelton
    @AprilMelton 2 роки тому +741

    I wish there were more "experimental archeology" shows like this!

    • @phoenixrising4573
      @phoenixrising4573 2 роки тому +27

      I think this group also did a reenactment of victoria's wedding right? I enjoyed that one as well..

    • @katherinek2709
      @katherinek2709 2 роки тому +10

      They did one for Richard III which was quite good

    • @ashleelarsen5002
      @ashleelarsen5002 2 роки тому +1

      👍

    • @patriciadavis2506
      @patriciadavis2506 2 роки тому +11

      Go to Haworth, Yorkshire, there's a museum there the birth place of the Austen family, you can see the dresses,, shoes books etc, well worth a visit, they were very small girls, their shoes, so tiny, such a lot to see, we didn't get to see the school they went Toor the church their father pastored, best to spend a couple of days there, to see everything, Amen!

    • @sherrihopkins4313
      @sherrihopkins4313 2 роки тому +1

      A

  • @VetsrisAuguste
    @VetsrisAuguste 2 роки тому +969

    At the beginning of the ball, when they were talking about the guests changing into their slippers and carrying them in a bag, I couldn’t help but wonder if this offers a little context to the iconic moment in Cinderella, where she leaves her slipper on the stair. The notion of losing your shoe on the way out of a party suddenly sounds less ridiculous and a lot more plausible. I’m willing to bet slippers were dropped all the time by guests leaving balls. I love how revealing the unexpected layers in experiments of this type sheds light onto other things.

    • @laylavladi
      @laylavladi 2 роки тому +66

      Oh wow! I think you’re right about that 😳

    • @mollypitcher9380
      @mollypitcher9380 2 роки тому +24

      Smart!!!!

    • @dazzads
      @dazzads 2 роки тому +37

      i thought exactly the same thing!!! i had a huge lightbulb moment and audibly said ohhhhh! lol

    • @denisehill7769
      @denisehill7769 2 роки тому +51

      Good point! I know it's a different country and time but there's a mention of Meg changing her slippers at the end of the party in Little Women (when she turns her ankle). Dancing slippers weren't very suitable for going outside, from what I've seen of them.

    • @ariellebrowne
      @ariellebrowne 2 роки тому +13

      @@denisehill7769 Yesss you are right, I didn't even make that connection

  • @heathercontois4501
    @heathercontois4501 Рік тому +126

    That frozen alcohol punch sure makes a drunk Mrs. Bennet make a lot more sense now.

    • @emma1152
      @emma1152 9 місяців тому +3

      You spelled Bennett wrong it has two t’s not one

    • @heathercontois4501
      @heathercontois4501 9 місяців тому +2

      @@emma1152 oops

    • @emma1152
      @emma1152 9 місяців тому +1

      The only reason why I know this is because my last name is Bennett

    • @julijepp
      @julijepp 4 місяці тому +1

      ​@@emma1152 then maybe don't be annoying and point out such insignificant mistakes

    • @emma1152
      @emma1152 4 місяці тому

      @@julijepp I was just him or her know

  • @servraghgiorsal7382
    @servraghgiorsal7382 2 роки тому +432

    This is one of the best programs I've ever seen. All of the different elements coming together don't begin to include the number of ordinary people who worked to make this happen. Huntsmen, coachmen, candlemakers maids, dairymen, maybe even smugglers of the liquors. And people making, selling, transporting the champagne,even the people who worked in the fields to harvest to hay to feed the horses. Nothing in society was disconnected from others. And women especially had to make no mistakes that could ruin their or their families social standing. That's why Mr Darcy's rescue of Lydia,by making Wickham marry her, was so outstanding to Lizzie. I'm thinking we should all reread the book

    • @maryshaffer8474
      @maryshaffer8474 2 роки тому +7

      That's why show people have to have audiences to see them in action. These people were the show business of their day.

    • @shelaghbarber1708
      @shelaghbarber1708 Рік тому +2

      @@maryshaffer8474 kindle library mine will have it at my desk for a little later in a month

    • @tymanung6382
      @tymanung6382 Рік тому

      Other products came from England" s
      colonies. especially highly profitable
      sugar + cotton, unfortunately produced
      by. W + Central.Africand slave labor.
      Other products came from independent
      European, Asian, Americas. Etc

    • @tymanung6382
      @tymanung6382 Рік тому

      @@maryshaffer8474 ?? England. etc. European + other regions countries.
      had had professional singers musicians dancers actors etc.

    • @elenalatici9568
      @elenalatici9568 26 днів тому

      My first Jane Austen novel was Emma, assigned in my freshman year of college. I loathed it, thought it was awful..It took me years to return to Jane Austen.
      This BBC depiction of what the ball in Pride and Prejudice made me recall what a dreadful English teacher I had that year.
      Like Irish Saga tales, one, especially when young, must be prepared historically prior to reading Jane Austen.

  • @jearnott
    @jearnott 2 роки тому +204

    This was made for the BBC and shown back in 2013 for the 200th anniversary of the publication of Pride and Prejudice.

  • @brendaannedufaur6244
    @brendaannedufaur6244 2 роки тому +197

    I'm American. Only the British could do such a superb documentary of this Jane Austin world. The actors and actresses and commentators are wonderful. It is so much more interesting than a history book. It's the knowing the actual living of it. From the food to the carriages to the shoes. It's really wonderful.

    • @anneonimous9306
      @anneonimous9306 2 роки тому +11

      * Austen, not Austin

    • @elizabethdarley8646
      @elizabethdarley8646 Рік тому +1

      @@anneonimous9306 OK. But it is pronounced Austin. Spelt Austen. That's correct.
      Mrs D in Yorkshire UK

    • @LadyBug1967
      @LadyBug1967 Рік тому +2

      SO TRUE Brenda. VERY English and it helps me to understand the Royals better. Obviously America's little black girl-- as she refers to herself-- should have read that book and seen this show and better understood that this is how it's done before she said: I DO.

    • @ageofechochambers9469
      @ageofechochambers9469 Місяць тому

      Jane austens world was a fiction, feminist porn.
      Jane austen basically recreated fairytales for readers of her time , it was escapism.
      Neither did the prince chase after Cinderella, nor did Mr D'Arcy chase after Elizabeth.
      These tales are written for romance starved females like yourself to live through.
      Jane died childless and unmarried while being financially supported by her brother , that's the reality of ppl like her ( early feminists)

  • @pattidrier9593
    @pattidrier9593 2 роки тому +76

    My prom dress in 1967. Had an empire waist and puffed sleeves. In a pale mint green. Made by my mom.
    It was my favorite.

    • @AndrielleHillis
      @AndrielleHillis Рік тому +13

      I also had my mom make me a regency-style dress for a school formal, but we took it to the next level by having my boyfriend's mom make him a regency-style suit to match!

    • @colmoconnor1357
      @colmoconnor1357 Рік тому +1

      Aaar

    • @colmoconnor1357
      @colmoconnor1357 Рік тому

      2zf 2A5fat 2z2 afarzq

    • @colmoconnor1357
      @colmoconnor1357 Рік тому

      Ll

    • @squeeks40
      @squeeks40 3 місяці тому +1

      Mine in 1972 was the same, but in pale pink
      .

  • @beelights
    @beelights Рік тому +66

    Wonderful documentary. For me the only missing element was the etiquette of introductions, accepting an offer to dance and the obligation for the gentlemen to ensure no woman was left without a dance partner. This was a key part of Pride and Prejudice and one which wasn't covered here. But then, with such an embarrassment of riches, I can't complain!

    • @outofoblivionproductions4015
      @outofoblivionproductions4015 8 місяців тому +1

      True. When people arrived, were their names called out to everyone? This happened in the comic book 'Pride and Prejudice and Zombies.' 👭👫🧟‍♂🧟‍♀

    • @mmedujard
      @mmedujard 6 місяців тому +4

      Yes exactly! And that it was considered rude to dance with your friends and family before dancing with newly introduced ladies. Also it was considered very gentlemanly behaviour to ask the "wall flowers" for a dance and making sure they'd have a good time too, as you wrote no one should be left out.

  • @TreyCapnerhurst
    @TreyCapnerhurst 2 роки тому +214

    This is one of the most romantic, fascinating, and compelling reenactments I've ever watched. Everyone, from the Chef to the Choreographer, know their Austen by heart. Also, Sally Pointer's book, The Artifice of Beauty: A History and Practical Guide to Perfume and Cosmetics, is one of my scriptures for traditional tech and y'all need to buy it.

    • @bhokabhoka
      @bhokabhoka 2 роки тому +2

      Is there an ebook / pdf version? I can't find it anywhere other than Amazon for nearly $40

    • @TreyCapnerhurst
      @TreyCapnerhurst 2 роки тому +3

      @@bhokabhoka A steal a twice the price for all her original research! Ask your local library to bring it in to ensure she gets the sale, as well as providing a resource for all to enjoy.

    • @astbjorgastbjornsdottir6990
      @astbjorgastbjornsdottir6990 Рік тому +1

      @@bhokabhoka ⁹⁹⁹

    • @HarmonyWales
      @HarmonyWales 3 місяці тому +1

      Sally is really nice and knowledgeable about the subject

    • @hedgewytch88
      @hedgewytch88 29 днів тому

      Sally Pointer is an excellent researcher and historian.

  • @Beruthiel45
    @Beruthiel45 2 роки тому +71

    What a fascinating experience. I loved this video and it brought me new insights from my favourite Austen. I'm old but back in the late 1950s and early 1960s when I was a teenager we had weekly dances at our local church halls, and at birthday parties too, and what did they end with? The Bradford barn dance, where the girls stood in an outer circle and the boys were the inside circle, and moved round from girl to girl and we all danced with each other for a few moments. So much like the Boulanger. We hadn't changed much in 150ish years. 😊

    • @namedrop721
      @namedrop721 3 місяці тому +1

      Well then your generation decided free love and acid was more fun so perhaps we’re a bit different now

    • @Beruthiel45
      @Beruthiel45 3 місяці тому

      @@namedrop721 well well well. Who got up your nose today? Why say something so nasty to an old woman whom you don't know?
      You're also ignorant because you have your generations wrong. By the time free love and acid came along I was already married and a mother and only read about the idiots who came after us. Go and vent your spite to someone else. People like you don't impress me.

    • @Beruthiel45
      @Beruthiel45 3 місяці тому +1

      @@namedrop721 Different? Certainly not better if you get your jollies from being nasty to an old woman whom you don't know , using the anonymity of the internet.

  • @szendrich
    @szendrich 2 роки тому +158

    This is such a wonderful documentary of the Regency era, so well done. As a Regency author myself, I enjoyed every detail. Thank you.

    • @wallflower1852
      @wallflower1852 2 роки тому +3

      I'd like to read your book!

    • @szendrich
      @szendrich 2 роки тому +4

      @@wallflower1852 Thank you for your interest, Bryan. You're very kind. My books are still awaiting publication at this time, though. ☺

    • @wallflower1852
      @wallflower1852 2 роки тому +4

      @@szendrich I see then. I hope it will be available in Kindle version.

    • @szendrich
      @szendrich 2 роки тому +1

      @@wallflower1852 🧡

    • @kimberleyperrettxo
      @kimberleyperrettxo 2 роки тому +3

      Would you be able to contact me when you are published? I’d be very interested in your novel.

  • @andrewrawe1450
    @andrewrawe1450 Рік тому +35

    Watching the film is both happy and sad for me. Happy because I danced at a Regency Ball in the house with lots of friends, very much in the style you see. And sad because Stuart Marston (the dancing master) was a friend and gentleman who died recently. He was a fabulous dancer and generous in his kindness and guidance. I can confirm Regency dancing is very exciting and lots of fun. Andrew

    • @annfahy9089
      @annfahy9089 Рік тому +9

      Sorry to hear of the death of Mr. Marston. R.I.P💐

    • @SarahK86
      @SarahK86 Рік тому +6

      Yes. I heard about his passing. RIP Mr. Marston.

    • @LilyGazou
      @LilyGazou 6 місяців тому +3

      So sad. So many losses in recent years.

  • @karyannfontaine8757
    @karyannfontaine8757 2 роки тому +103

    I was impressed by the presentation of the food and especially the molded creations. Imagine not being able to show your teeth of a smile and laughter an absolute sign of an undesirable woman. The clothing is wonderful as is the dancing. I was surprised at the energy the dancing required considering the clothing the women wore. Thank you for the Pride and Prejudice era brought to life. Now I will read the book again, with the insight depicted of the documentary.

    • @margaretdunn1032
      @margaretdunn1032 2 роки тому +5

      I remember in1960 that when girls in glasgow went to the dancing the girls carried thier dancing shoes in a Sall bag no girl would go on the dance floor with out door shoes on it was bad taste

    • @paigecat9104
      @paigecat9104 Рік тому +6

      I was impressed too about the food and the crayfish in the jelly mold was interesting and repelling at the same time. Wonder who ate that looks disgusting. I've never been to New Orleans but eating crawfish/crayfish is common fare. They like to steam them with corn and mix of gumbo and suck the juices out of the heads. Which sound nasty with the chicken head. I wonder if showing your teeth was a way to prevent people from seeing someone who had bad teeth or were missing teeth. Everything had meaning in a ball like they said the first readers would just know but leaves us with questions. I guess people didn't think of the changes that would happen in the world years later. They must have lead really reclusive lives in between the balls/parties. Letter writing the only way of communication. I'm glad I watched this! I love history!

    • @tymanung6382
      @tymanung6382 Рік тому +1

      @@paigecat9104 But at that time. for more
      info + news, there were other people,
      also newspapers. + magazines.

    • @LadyBug1967
      @LadyBug1967 Рік тому +2

      I didn't really understand why a woman wasn't supposed to laugh but having read the comment above by Ann I began to think what it really was is they didn't want to show their teeth and we know about Europeans and their teeth LOL😁

    • @Pagangirl8
      @Pagangirl8 Рік тому +3

      @@LadyBug1967 If you're suggesting only Europeans has bad teeth back then you're highly mistaken.. Calm down on the racism deary..

  • @Terryterryterryterryterry
    @Terryterryterryterryterry Рік тому +35

    What we've gained in technology, we've lost in style. Yes, I can't imagine my life without electricity, cars, TV, phones, internet, etc. But houses were nicer back then. Clothes were nicer. Food looked nicer. I wish I could go back for a while.

    • @tymanung6382
      @tymanung6382 Рік тому +3

      In UK there are regular Regency (at least)
      historical events with performers, some
      public, in fashion parades, balls with
      live orchestras, etc.in Bath and other
      Jane Austen venues. In US at least,
      there are similar, but perhaps smaller?
      events. All these in both (+ etc?) countries have their websites.
      Good luck! Enjoy!

    • @alexr6114
      @alexr6114 Місяць тому +1

      Watch "Lost in Austin". This is a brilliant movie about a young contemporary woman who loves Jane Austin novels and inadvertently switches places with Elizabeth Bennett in time and place.

    • @d14551
      @d14551 18 днів тому +3

      If one was lucky enough to be part of the relatively tiny upper class. Most Regency era people were quite poor.

    • @pioneercynthia1
      @pioneercynthia1 День тому

      ​@@d14551 Right! And once married (unless you were "barren"), you were very likely to have been pregnant or nursing a baby your _entire_ adult life, whether you were rich or poor. You were in serious danger of death from childbirth, and your children were very likely to die before they were five. Let's not forget that if you had the world's shittiest husband, you were stuck with him, _especially_ if you were rich.

  • @michaelsinclair8018
    @michaelsinclair8018 Рік тому +46

    In one of her shows, Dr Lucy Worsley points out that the men's breeches were skin tight and that men were as happy to show off their bulges as women were to show off their ample bosoms. I wonder if this were true!
    Great history video.

    • @richelleg225
      @richelleg225 Рік тому +13

      Not sure, but in Colonial America, men wore tight pants to show off their calf muscles. They would hyper extend their knees while bowing to attract a lady's attention.

    • @Pagangirl8
      @Pagangirl8 Рік тому

      @@richelleg225 Even today non ethnic colonizers in America wear tight jeans. Some wear them over the buttocks to attract women..

  • @helencrossing5375
    @helencrossing5375 Рік тому +40

    This is a standing ovation presentation which had me enthralled from beginning to end. Thank you so much for all the work that went into producing this. I would love to hear more from those who took part in it which impact the experience had on them. The food also looked amazing and no doubt tasted so. I concur with all the favourable comments that precede mine.

  • @killiansirishbeer
    @killiansirishbeer 2 роки тому +25

    The dancer commenting how he could feel it in his calves and wondered how people used to do this. I remember how much walking there is in the novel. Of course, rich people had carriages, but still, I wonder if, all in all, people did a lot more "walking" than today. And by walking I don't only mean going to and fro places, going on walks, but also being busy at home, standing.🤔

  • @servraghgiorsal7382
    @servraghgiorsal7382 2 роки тому +28

    I'd love to see a recreation of the world of Vanity Fair. I've probably read it 20 times,and I always find something I understand a little bit better.

  • @lynnebeauprelynnebeaupre1028
    @lynnebeauprelynnebeaupre1028 Рік тому +21

    Way better show than any so called 'reality' ones. Wow, all these iced dishes with no fridge, they sure were bold. lol

  • @susanr5546
    @susanr5546 2 роки тому +46

    Excellent! Pride and Prejudice is one of my favorite books and favorite movies. The superb attention to detail, the history, what it meant to those who participated, the food preparation, and social mores adds so much to the rereading of this superb novel. Thank you all for such a wonderful documentary.

    • @flytink1
      @flytink1 Рік тому +2

      I love Jane Austen! What a witty, humorous, and BRILLIANT author and woman of her time! She was such a catch, it’s crazy to me she never married. To me, she is a heroine and one of the most beautiful women of all time. I hope she was reincarnated and found her own Mr. Darcy in her next life.

  • @TheTrwebster
    @TheTrwebster Рік тому +19

    This popped up in my 'to watch' list, just as I am reading Jane Austen's P&P for the umpteenth time. I watched show months ago and learned even more this time. Thank you to the folks who did this show and put in the work to make this happen. I've seen other shows with Ivan Day, whose astounding knowledge of food and its history never ceases to teach me something. Great program.

  • @sayounara1232
    @sayounara1232 Рік тому +12

    That boy who plays Bingley is so cute. I ship Alister and the green dress girl they got some chemistry alright

  • @sandrabentley8111
    @sandrabentley8111 2 роки тому +37

    Gosh these modern dancers must be quite unfit compared with society in 1810. But then again people walked a great deal in those days, went to balls regularly, rode horseback and were slimmer. They were quite used to dancing like this for half an hour at a time. Well produced documentary that transported me 200 years into the past.

    • @markanderson0022
      @markanderson0022 2 роки тому +1

      Beautiful comment..... hello Sandra how are you doing 👋👋👋👋👋

    • @ReaB01
      @ReaB01 2 роки тому +1

      None of them have clearly done a strip the willow before i see :')

    • @iorethofgondor
      @iorethofgondor Рік тому

      @@ReaB01 ah, Strip The Willow! LOL!

  • @henric1991
    @henric1991 Рік тому +42

    I'm left in amazement at this reenactment, so glad I found this! Well done all of you who made this happen!
    Now where can I find a regency ball? ;)

    • @silverfreckledsky618
      @silverfreckledsky618 Рік тому +4

      If you are in England there are quite a few re enactment balls around

  • @insulanerin7601
    @insulanerin7601 2 роки тому +13

    There is a german fairytale, "Die zertanzten Schuhe" (The shoes that were danced to pieces). I didn't know shoes would actually be in shreds after one night of dancing.

    • @rebeccarozen722
      @rebeccarozen722 Рік тому +2

      Also The Twelve Dancing Princesses who stole away at night to dance were found out because their slippers were worn out so frequently.

  • @lynnebeauprelynnebeaupre1028
    @lynnebeauprelynnebeaupre1028 Рік тому +15

    As for the shoe changing, well I live in Canada, in winter months, we still do it lol

    • @cornelia9778
      @cornelia9778 Місяць тому

      I remember American friends asking what in the world the drawstring bags were for.

  • @annefitz7346
    @annefitz7346 Рік тому +13

    I remember hearing about my great-grandparents & grandparents going to dances & they had special shoes for dancing! Circa 1900. I love this book & the movie with Kiera Knightly & Mathew McFayden. Gorgeous & I watch it at least once a year. Loved this video, so interesting. I realize I missed a lot in the book! Thx for sharing.

  • @maryhamric
    @maryhamric 2 роки тому +19

    So wonderful! It is important to point out that P&P was first written in 1797. So there would be some minor differences, but just wonderful to see this detail for readers in 1813. I'm in awe!

  • @Theturtleowl
    @Theturtleowl 2 роки тому +14

    When I look at this documentary, I realise I would not want to be in the ballroom dancing. I would like to be in the kitchen and try out those recipes for myself. The dishes look amazing and seem to taste great too!

  • @ediatmelb
    @ediatmelb Рік тому +15

    Love watching this......quite nostalgic of beautiful customs and traditions of eras gone by

  • @pricegrisham2998
    @pricegrisham2998 Рік тому +11

    A slight disagreement, if I may: the Bennets were not rural nobodies; Mr. Bennet made 2000 a year, which, while not immensely wealthy, was comfortable. They were landowners, a demographic to which very few people of the time actually belonged; even Lady Catherine admits grudgingly that Elizabeth and Darcy in that respect, at least, are of the same class. Thus, ironically, Elizabeth was more eligible socially that Miss Bingley, who, along with her brother, were the children of a wealthy merchant--a connection they distanced themselves from. The OTHER irony in the foursome is that Darcy's best friend was Miss Bingley's brother, also from the merchant North, and not, technically, from the gentry, though he is trying to get there by buying a large estate. So Austen's readers would have known that Elizabeth was actually an acceptable wifely candidate, despite her lack of dowry, and Darcy was not as snobbish as he seemed, since his intimate friend was from outside his own class. (Which also illustrates the blending of long established social distinctions during the Regency.)

    • @alisaoliver1969
      @alisaoliver1969 2 місяці тому +4

      Exactly, because this is how strapped-for-cash Gentry and a lot of Noble families stayed in the game--by marrying people who were part of the rich merchant class to put money in their family coffers. This was an exchange of cash for class and connections--entree into the nobility or the ton for the merchants in exchange for their money.

  • @RianShafer
    @RianShafer 2 роки тому +23

    Where is the HEART button when I need it? lol My most favorite documentary yet! Loved these books! This was a joy to watch.

  • @ShemsuHor1403
    @ShemsuHor1403 2 роки тому +10

    "savage on the dancefloor"
    I think I never laughed harder ^^

  • @vintagelady1
    @vintagelady1 Рік тому +14

    What an astonishing endeavor, & so enjoyable to watch! Everything was so well & authentically done! I do believe, however, that not all dances were as energetic as the ones chosen here---there would have been more sedate dances in between to let the young people catch their breath & cool off. A most delightful hour-&-a-half, would love to see more of these.

  • @maryannswanson3832
    @maryannswanson3832 2 роки тому +35

    I absolutely love this! Soo informative and interesting. As for flirtatious, yes, but also this is a form of exercise, which releases endorphins, bringing feelings of happiness, a bit giddy and lots of smiles! Such work went into everything being authentic, food , clothes, music, dance. Well done to all the teachers and coaches! 👍💖🤗👍❤️😁. I read the book in highschool and loved it, now I plan on heading to the library to read it again!

  • @donnabaardsen5372
    @donnabaardsen5372 2 роки тому +55

    Exquisite detail, fascinating facts. A typically excellent, well done British documentary.

    • @markanderson0022
      @markanderson0022 2 роки тому +1

      Nice comment how are you doing Donna 👋👋👋👋

    • @donnabaardsen5372
      @donnabaardsen5372 2 роки тому

      @@markanderson0022 Thank you! Doing well. Will be even better when warmer weather arrives 🌞

    • @markanderson0022
      @markanderson0022 2 роки тому

      @@donnabaardsen5372 that nice to know, So where are you from ???

  • @sagelavender3281
    @sagelavender3281 Рік тому +16

    I loved the content of this video. I have watched Pride & Prejudice, with Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle, five times I think, and I'm ready to watch again. For me that's the most beautiful version. ❤

  • @knivesy
    @knivesy 2 роки тому +12

    I love that it starts by saying Austen wrote P&P when she was 20, but the reenactor looks mid 50s.

  • @Badgersj
    @Badgersj 2 роки тому +10

    The kitchen preparations are absolutely fantastic

  • @JauntyCrepe
    @JauntyCrepe 2 роки тому +32

    Very interesting and well-made. I'm going to have to watch Pride and Prejudice again.

    • @tiddlesthatsmycat
      @tiddlesthatsmycat 2 роки тому +1

      And enjoy it again, for the umpteenth time. As my son will leave the room 😉

  • @lavettamoff7883
    @lavettamoff7883 Рік тому +14

    I am an American who loves Jane Austen.This was absolutely wonderful.

    • @egdg20
      @egdg20 9 місяців тому +2

      Pride and Prejudice was my first Jane Austen book and I had to read it in HS. I remember being unsure about it when I had seen it before. However, I ended up loving it and reading her other novels. I was excited to actually purchase two Jane Austen books, Northanger Abbey and Sense and Sensibility in an actual London bookstore, so it had all the original English spellings, which made me love them even more. Northanger Abbey and Pride and Prejudice are my two favorite novels. I think I have read all of them, but not 100 percent sure. I know I didn't like Emma as much, but I just find her character a bit annoying. But, I did my college thesis on Jane Austen, so obviously a HS assignment made me lifetime lover of Jane Austen, lol. She was brilliant and quite ahead of her time. Loved this documentary-these are my favorite types and the Brits do them best.

  • @lolanelson9634
    @lolanelson9634 2 роки тому +27

    What a wonderful documentary this was! Books, movies, and documentaries have always been a favorite of mine, but this is, by far, the best I have seen! I’m going to download the book again, and read it from a completely different vantage point. Thank you so much for this wonderful piece of experimental archeology. I was held captive from the start🤩!

  • @Seaguardian80
    @Seaguardian80 Рік тому +7

    Oh, this was superb. The way the idea of Mr Bingley's ball came to live! It made me feel giddy and I do so love the candlelight.

  • @ariel3703
    @ariel3703 2 роки тому +29

    I think this would make an amazing dating shoe. Experimental Archeology dating. I would be curious how the social rules would effect modern people. If we suddenly weren't allowed to touch, a hand hold would mean so much more. I could see this being relatable with the modern day contexts of the disease who must not be named limiting our social contact.

    • @evacope1718
      @evacope1718 Рік тому +11

      There is a show like that called regency house party, it's on UA-cam:)
      I was thinking it would be funny to have a dating show where all the contestants think they're going on love island but they're actually going back 200 years to regency England to find a partner, and the person that adapts to the time period best and finds a partner wins the show;)

    • @ariel3703
      @ariel3703 Рік тому

      @@evacope1718 That made me laugh, that's a great idea.

  • @LQOTW
    @LQOTW 10 місяців тому +7

    This is my second time watching this 3-part series. I enjoyed it so much. What a wonderful opportunity to explore the subtle social nuances of Austen's Regency period!

    • @bookdear
      @bookdear Місяць тому

      What were the other two, if you remember?

  • @MegCazalet
    @MegCazalet 2 роки тому +14

    I’ve read Amanda Vickery’s books so it’s wonderful to see her here. I’d love to have her as a prof. She’s wonderful to learn from!

  • @lisalarosa4546
    @lisalarosa4546 2 роки тому +23

    Please, please, give us more videos like this! It was fantastic!!

  • @susanableton8647
    @susanableton8647 11 місяців тому +7

    Beautiful representation of the intricacies of Regency shown here. As an absolute devotee of Regency times, as a young woman, not only did I read Jane Austen, but was a huge fan of Georgette Heyer. If you look at her history (early 20th century) I believe she must have taken a lot of her tales from her own fascination with Jane Austen. Her books are also very much a picture of Regency society.....albeit from a higher society level. Her books need to be brought back.

  • @maluribeiro68
    @maluribeiro68 Рік тому +5

    OMG! To jump so much after eating so much! No, I don't think Le Boulanger was danced after dinner, at least not right away ... :D lol Beautiful show, very interesting! The formalities of dinners we watch on the movies versus the spontaneous and informal exchange of dishes passed around, the tight quarters, the proximity of people, the low lighting ... it was exciting to watch!

  • @timefoolery
    @timefoolery 2 роки тому +15

    How marvelous! A well-rounded documentary that keeps you spellbound in the past.

  • @reginalee6038
    @reginalee6038 2 роки тому +12

    Such a delightful and informative video. I truly found a deeper appreciation of The Regency period of English history.

  • @HannahZiad
    @HannahZiad 2 роки тому +20

    This gives me the itch to take dancing lessons and search for balls !!! 😅😂😂

    • @ciarrid2146
      @ciarrid2146 2 роки тому

      Stuart was a great teacher, he taught me my entire primary school. he also taught us music and religious studies but mainly dance

    • @charlottec5802
      @charlottec5802 2 роки тому

      Go for it! It really is as fun as it looks.

    • @tymanung6382
      @tymanung6382 Рік тому +2

      In UK, US, etc. countries there are
      historical dance classes and balls;
      in UK in Bath and other Jane Austen
      venues there are regular events by
      performers and public. There are many
      videos of UK other European, South American, US. etc countries during Regency, Victorian. ragtime, swing, etc
      eras events---quite amazing---more time
      travel like this video !!!

  • @pamelabrown1797
    @pamelabrown1797 2 роки тому +42

    This was thoroughly enjoyable from all the preparations right up to the ball thank you very much for sharing XX

    • @markanderson0022
      @markanderson0022 2 роки тому

      Hello Pamela how are you doing 👋👋👋👋👋👋

  • @dirtwaffles
    @dirtwaffles Рік тому +13

    This whole presentation was utterly sublime. I think it would also be the perfect thing to watch during the Christmas season! 🎀So festive and wintry.

  • @shirleym.esquilin8893
    @shirleym.esquilin8893 Рік тому +12

    This program was absolutely fantastic! 🎉❤ My congratulations to the producers and all collaborators! I was fascinated by it and will definitely be rereading my Austen collection with this new injection of information.

  • @Rubytuesday1569
    @Rubytuesday1569 2 роки тому +25

    I really enjoyed this. Thoroughly researched and beautifully presented. ☮️

  • @beverlydowner-marcelle2258
    @beverlydowner-marcelle2258 Рік тому +4

    Thank you for the opportunity to have an insight into Jane Austin's world so many years ago! 🌹

  • @pamelaevans6485
    @pamelaevans6485 2 роки тому +10

    What a quality program. Fantastic; wish this was the standard of viewing rather than what is offered on my channels now. Many thanks to you all.

  • @lynnetudor863
    @lynnetudor863 7 місяців тому +3

    Absolutely delightful recreation of Jane Austen’s time. I do appreciate everyone’s efforts of even the smallest details. Than you all!

  • @laurahaughton4523
    @laurahaughton4523 Рік тому +5

    I remember the idea of changing shoes, we carried our shoes in a bag and changed in the cloakroom this was 1962 ish 😊

  • @MaRi-ub5wb
    @MaRi-ub5wb 2 роки тому +12

    Fantastic documentary! You did a great job. I fantasised it exactly like that when reading the book. Beautyful

  • @NuclearMango.
    @NuclearMango. Рік тому +5

    *Just WoW* This really brought the book to life! I could see each character in each dancer and even those that didn't dance were perfectly suited to their roles.
    The lovely blond greeting guests at the door was obviously one of Mr. Bingley's sisters but I thought she was more suited to be Jane Bennet. A sweet face and a lovely countenance. Definitely Jane. Pride and Prejudice is one of my all time favorite books and the A&E production one of the best tellings. Colin Firth is forever my Mr. Darcy.

  • @sharminir
    @sharminir 2 роки тому +12

    Wonderful documentary. The quality and effort to make this happen is amazing. Loved it

  • @jwrigley100
    @jwrigley100 Рік тому +7

    Really loved this! Great experts and presenters. Lovely bunch of folks who are highly engaging and informed while not upstaging the excellent content.

  • @soniatriana9091
    @soniatriana9091 Рік тому +7

    This was an educational, entertaining, and beautiful video!! Thanks to all who contributed to its creation--BRAVO!!
    No wonder we love Jane Austen so much, she was brilliant!!

  • @davidarundel6187
    @davidarundel6187 2 роки тому +7

    History come alive .
    Wonderfully presented , thank you ❤️😊👍

  • @sallybaldwin1603
    @sallybaldwin1603 Рік тому +6

    This is an absolutely wonderful program!!! I want more like this, please!

  • @cclarke9301
    @cclarke9301 2 роки тому +7

    An absolute delight to watch! Thank you🙏🏻💕

  • @Dragonfly5455
    @Dragonfly5455 2 роки тому +3

    Thoroughly enjoyed this glimpse of Regency life. Thank you

  • @westieweardogkilts9715
    @westieweardogkilts9715 2 роки тому +6

    This is so wonderfully indepth, thank you.

  • @courtneydebian
    @courtneydebian 2 роки тому +3

    Great video. Thanks so much for putting this together.

  • @louisedavies5311
    @louisedavies5311 8 місяців тому +2

    This is a fascinating bit of history of the time of Jane Austen and style and costume.

  • @jeanross7430
    @jeanross7430 2 роки тому +4

    Excellent insight into a period of time which has held an endless fascination for me.

  • @cs6970
    @cs6970 2 роки тому +6

    Really fascinating. Great research. Bravo

  • @JamesBrown-ij1px
    @JamesBrown-ij1px Рік тому +1

    This was incredibly well done, highly informative on many levels, and delightfully entertaining! Thank you!

  • @lisagulley8051
    @lisagulley8051 Рік тому +1

    Thoroughly enjoyed this video and how much research and preparation went into it.!

  • @mannymoseley4005
    @mannymoseley4005 Рік тому +3

    Thank you so much for posting this movie. I'm a big fan of Jane Austen, I love her writing. I love the language she uses. Thank you. Love the details.

  • @CuppaGrief
    @CuppaGrief 2 роки тому +12

    This was SO MUCH FUN to watch. Thank you all!! (and can we get an update on the matchmaking that occurd that night?)

  • @robertahall4960
    @robertahall4960 Рік тому +1

    Excellent!! Loved this as I have the book!! Thank you!

  • @v.a.993
    @v.a.993 Рік тому +1

    I LOVED watching this. Thank you so much!!!!!

  • @tatianasavushkina6114
    @tatianasavushkina6114 Рік тому +3

    Excelente reportaje. Espléndida reconstrucción de la época. Una idea maravillosa. Adoro Pride and Prejudice

  • @donnahenderson4215
    @donnahenderson4215 10 місяців тому +1

    I thoroughly enjoyed this. Thank you so much,

  • @drammy04
    @drammy04 Рік тому +2

    Wonderful! It really brings into scope how crazy the London season was! I don’t think I could take the excess!

  • @katieirish5765
    @katieirish5765 2 місяці тому

    I had to come back and watch this brilliant production for the third time! I really have enjoyed learning about every aspect of this slice of Regency society!

  • @mariejules1130
    @mariejules1130 2 роки тому +3

    This is a wonderful documentary with a lots of fun with family and friends in commonwealth thanks to share the view to me have a great day🤩👍👍

  • @patriciarobinson5909
    @patriciarobinson5909 2 роки тому +5

    Wonderful recreation!

  • @Buffy8Fan
    @Buffy8Fan Рік тому +3

    One of my favorite documentaries.

  • @argentinaencanada
    @argentinaencanada Рік тому +3

    Beautiful- I absolutely loved this episode! As a devoted Jane Austen reader, the experiment provided important context to the text.

  • @truthseeker1954
    @truthseeker1954 Рік тому

    Most wonderful in information and authenticity. Thank you!

  • @Mike-og4jf
    @Mike-og4jf Місяць тому

    Awesome! I’m reading Pride and Prejudice now and this made it come to life. Thank you.

  • @understandingthetimes4544
    @understandingthetimes4544 2 роки тому +2

    Wow! Thanks for all your effort for this video

  • @colleen36
    @colleen36 2 місяці тому +1

    Great show! I love period reenactment that explains the reasons why people do what they do.

  • @paulopheim4224
    @paulopheim4224 Рік тому

    Absolutely fascinating. Thank you!

  • @sheilafaire1874
    @sheilafaire1874 10 місяців тому

    Wonderful! A beautiful delight! Thank you.

  • @SevilleOrange
    @SevilleOrange 2 роки тому +2

    Thoroughly enjoyed this

  • @sbalman
    @sbalman Рік тому +1

    This was truly unique and wonderful!!!

  • @kathigortman4074
    @kathigortman4074 2 роки тому +4

    This video is fun to watch. Thank you.🌹

  • @midnightblack07
    @midnightblack07 2 роки тому +19

    This is beyond brilliant! I learned so much that I'm certain will enhance my experience whenever I read books or watch shows from this period. :)

  • @HZ-fg9sf
    @HZ-fg9sf 10 місяців тому +1

    Ngl I wasn't expecting much at first but this program was actually truly enlightening and fascinating! Didn't expect to feel differently watching the whole process and see them bring it to life but it felt so much more realistic than what is typically portrayed in films and shows. Thoroughly enjoyed watching this~ And a very fitting way to celebrate 200 years of Pride and Prejudice.

  • @darlenemullin7149
    @darlenemullin7149 10 місяців тому +3

    Incredibly well done. Wish I could have been apart of the reinactment.