The Edwardian Era

The timespan between the 1500s and the 1800s is commonly regarded as the “Early Modern Era” of European history. This period directly follows the Middle Ages and ends around the time of the French Revolution, which thereafter the “modern” period seemingly begins. This specific era consists of profound and significant developments in Europe’s economic history and here we can see the beginnings of capitalism. This early modern period experienced important technological advances, the Protestant Reformation and the decline of the Church, the formation of banking systems and savings, nation-state building, mercantilism and the beginnings of industrialization. The economic ideas that emerged during this period are markedly different and some times at odds with those that prevailed just right before during the Middle Ages. The early 1500’s began with a burst of economic activity, which is largely credited to the important technological advances that occurred in Europe during this time, which then led to relatively rapid economic, social and political changes throughout Europe.

The 1920’s is sometimes referred to as the “Roaring Twenties,” or “The Era of Wonderful Nonsense.” The nonsense this phrase is referring to is the style and boldness of the new kind of rebel: the flapper. In the 1920’s the flappers shocked everyone and set the path for other people who yearned to stand out and be different. The flappers certainly contrasted the generation before them, but that did not happen overnight.

At first, Austen reveals the tensions between the working class and the upper class and emphasizes the rigid social structure that existed in nineteenth century London. The rigidity of the social structure can be attributed to the fact that “no class exists for itself but is bound by reciprocated rights and duties to classes above and below” (Kilger 359). Although the classes are separate and very distinct from each other, they still all depend on one another to thrive and succeed. However, this was definitely not the case during the

Austen’s views within Emma are a reflection of the prevailing views in the Regency Era, as the upper classes often abused their wealth and influence to ensure that their descendants would be wealthy like them. The rigidity associated with the class structure within the Regency era is initially reflected when Emma is characterised as, “handsome, clever and rich with a comfortable home and a happy disposition”. The fact the sentence specifically mentions her assets definitely emphasises how her inherited wealth is the major (if not only) factor accounting for her high status. This classist structure is later reflected with the gentry’s interactions of those below their social class. Emma’s arrogant tone when she teaches Harriet “the yeomanry are precisely the order of people with whom I can feel I can have nothing to do” is indicative of the inflexible nature of the class system during that era. It was acceptable to feel superior due to being of a higher class. Her view symbolises that of the upper classes’ patronising attitude to the lower classes, and thus emphasises the omnipresent nature of the class system within the United Kingdom. Hence, Austen’s heavy emphasis on the class system within Emma is a stark reminder of how our behaviours have not developed over the

It is said that right before someone dies, they see their life flash before their eyes. They are said to see the things most dear to them. However, no one on their deathbed regrets the amount of money that they have. In the moment of clarity, most realize that a number on a paycheck is not as important as emotional and mental possessions. People always tell each other that money can not buy happiness, yet most end up spending every waking moment thinking about money. Why do people waste their time and energy pursuing something that is not what they truly need? Often, they use social class to fill a void in their lives that can not be filled by materialistic possessions. Many people realize this, but it is often too late. Charles Dickens demonstrates the effects of social climbing in his novel, Great Expectations. This novel explores the connections and effects of human nature and society, which are the two most powerful forces that guide people’s decisions. Some may say that social climbing is good, but as will be proven, pursuing social class for the wrong reason can result in disastrous consequences. The motivation to obtain higher social status leaves those who pursue it dissatisfied with reality and with a wider void in their lives as shown by Pip, Estella, and Magwitch.

The Victorian Era or the romantic period was a time in which Queen Victoria ruled the throne. The Victorian period formally began in 1837 the year in which Victoria became the Queen of England and ended in 1901 the year in which she was laid to rest. In this paper, I will discuss Queen Victoria’s life or what we all know to be “The Victorian Era.” I will highlight some of the most powerful events that occurred during this time, the many reforms that were passed during Queen Victoria’s ruling, I will discuss the political, cultural, and social developments of this time period. I will speak about some inventions of the Victorian Era, and the two main political parties better known as the Tory and Whigs that were popular during this age. You will discover what imperialism is, the commonwealth, The British Monarch and why and how Victoria was such a remarkable monarch. I will even tell you some of the most interesting facts that I have learned to be true about Queen Victoria.

Society has almost a negative emotional response towards the chav, manifesting them into a grotesque caricature. Tyler argues that ‘the class disgust is invoked and deployed in instrumental ways, marking difference and blocking social mobility.’

There is no doubt in history that the Puritan era was a fascinating, and remarkable time. The Puritans indeed shaped young America, and the early years of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Puritans had deep pride in their community, and even greater pride in their faith, and their beliefs. Religion was the most important aspect of their community, and they wanted it to be the center focus of the society that they were building. Their faith was continuously practiced, and preached from the time they were a newborn, and continued upon the day that they passed. They found that literature was the most ingenious way to teach their faith. In order for everybody to be able to master the religion, they set up classrooms, and hired teachers.

In the 1500’s in Europe there is starting to become rifts in the all mighty Roman Catholic Church. King Henry VIII just wants to divorce his wife, and Martin Luther is fuming mad about indulgances and the lies that the church is telling to the people. How will this affect the Pope, and the people in England, read on to learn more about this interesting time.

In the novel “Great Expectations”, the author, Charles Dickens, shows the views of the people of different social classes. The main character, known as Pip, shows these many views throughout his own life. Pip’s misguided interpretation of what it is to be a gentleman leads him to push people away that matter most to him, follow deceptive dreams, and reject the love that is continually shown to him.

Wilde challenges whether high status should be so desired and coveted through analyzing how people achieve that status. For instance, Sir Robert is outwardly an upstanding citizen, who is fighting for the oppressed and is “intensely admired by the few, and deeply respected by the many” (Wilde), but has achieved his status through questionable and illegal methods. Through this conflict of character where a man of high status is not as he appears, Wilde poses the thought that if being wealthy is a superior position in society, but one can attain that status through any means—as per one’s own moral compass—without scrutiny, perhaps that position should not be so coveted. He further challenges this idea with the complication of Mrs. Cheveley. This woman is treacherous in her conduct towards others, which seems an undesirable trait, but is as how she appears, unlike any other character in the play.

In Pride and Prejudice Austen offers up commentary on a variety of themes — prejudice, family, marriage, class, and so on. Of all the themes, perhaps none is better developed than that of Pride. Pride and Prejudice is regarded as a brilliant piece of social commentary, offering a vivid peek into the British Regency life in 1813. The social milieu of Austen’s Regency England was particularly stratified, and class divisions were rooted in family connections and wealth. In her work, Austen is often critical of the assumptions, pride, and prejudices of upper-class England. Austen often satirizes England’s prideful individuals; the England she depicts is one in which social mobility is limited, and class-consciousness and

The Anglo-Saxon refers to the settlers from the German regions of Angeln and Saxony, who made their way over to Britain after the fall of the Roman Empire around AD 410. Thus, paved the way to be known as the Anglo-Saxon Era. But I, the author of this essay, will simply discuss the Anglo-Saxon’s similarities and differences with the present modern time, specifically in three areas. And these areas would be gender roles, language and social conduct.

When queen Victoria died, the royal house tooks the name of her husband Prince Albert. Her son Edward reigned until 1910 as Edward VII. In 1904 he signe the “Entente Cordial” with France and he took care in particulary of foreign policy. In 1906 Liberal won the election and passed some laws to help three classes of people: childre, old people and workers. Children had free meals and free medical inspections. The sale of cigarettes and alchol was limitated. People over 70 had pensions. Workers had free medical treatment and unemployment wages. During the Edwardian age there were violent strikes because of high prices and law wages.

Earlier the eighteenth century Britain was ruled by an agrarian culture. Country ranchers would work the land or lease arrive from a well off land proprietor. They would brush creatures, and deliver products which were a need for survival. Frequently the land would be imparted to different families where they would cooperate to guarantee that the individuals from the town had enough to eat. They once in a while sufficiently developed to offer on to bring home the bacon, yet when they did they would purchase or trade their products for things they were not able create. At the point when the families were not cultivating for an additional wage they would deliver merchandise in their homes. The families would cooperate to make apparel, materials