Victorian Era Courses and Certifications

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Edwardian Dress Washing Techniques

Explore historical laundry techniques for delicate Edwardian dresses, including hand-washing methods, specialized tools, and the role of domestic servants in maintaining elaborate garments.

• YouTube
• 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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I Wore a Medical Corset for 5 Years - How Victorian Corsets Compare

Comparison of medical and Victorian corsets, exploring misconceptions, health impacts, and historical context. Insights on comfort, mobility, and societal perceptions of corsetry across different eras.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Understanding Victorian Poetry with Special Reference to Robert Browning and Alfred Lord Tennyson

Explore Victorian poetry through Browning's philosophical depth and Tennyson's representative voice, analyzing dramatic monologues and masterpieces like Ulysses and Rabbi Ben Ezra.

• Swayam
• 8 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

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Are the Victorians Responsible for Fast Fashion?

Explore the origins of fast fashion with dress historian Dr. Serena Dyer, examining Victorian-era influences on modern clothing consumption and production patterns.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Tasting History with Max Miller

What is Spotted Dick? - Traditional British Steamed Pudding with Currants

Discover the history and preparation of Britain's famous steamed pudding with currants, exploring its curious name and traditional cooking methods.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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Before London's Tube - The Lost Victorian Hyperloop

Uncover London's forgotten 1860s pneumatic mail system that used compressed air to shoot capsules through underground tunnels at incredible speeds before mysteriously vanishing.

• YouTube
• 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Cambridge University Press

The Year That Shaped the Victorian Age - Lives, Loves and Letters of 1845

Explore 1845's pivotal role in shaping Victorian England through key figures, events, and correspondence. Uncover the social, religious, and cultural shifts that defined an era.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Gresham College

Britain's Water and Sewage Crisis: From Victorian Era to Modern Challenges

Explore Britain's historical and contemporary water management challenges, from Victorian-era solutions to modern privatization debates, examining public versus private ownership and future sustainability options.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

History of reading: An introduction to reading in the past

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This free course, History of reading: An introduction to reading in the past, consists of a series of essays, drawn from material contained in the Reading Experience Database, that illustrate ...

• OpenLearn
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Tasting History with Max Miller

How to Make Victorian Sugar Plums - A Historical Recipe and Guide

Discover the fascinating history and authentic preparation of Victorian sugar plums - from their surprising origins to creating these nostalgic confections at home using traditional methods.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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Apathy and Arsenic - A Victorian Era Lesson on Fighting the Surveillance State

Exploring historical parallels between Victorian-era arsenic advocacy and modern privacy concerns, offering insights on sustaining public interest in data protection and empowering individuals against mass surveillance.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Gresham College

Why Does Britain Have a Housing Crisis? - A Historical Analysis from Victorian Era to Present

Explore the evolution of Britain's housing crisis from Victorian times to present, examining shifts in ownership patterns, social housing decline, and potential solutions drawn from global urban experiences.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Demographic Transition in Europe - Global Problems of Population Growth

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Explore Europe's demographic shift: from marriage-controlled fertility to individual choice, rapid population growth, and increased life expectancy, reshaping societal norms and human experiences.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Rise of the European Middle Classes in the 19th Century - Lecture 9

Explore the diverse 19th-century European middle classes, their rise to power, cultural impact, and societal contributions, from philanthropy to education and birth control advancements.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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Victorian Photo Manipulation Techniques - Exposing Historical 'Facetuning'

Uncovers historical photo manipulation techniques, revealing how Victorians altered images to enhance appearance, similar to modern digital editing practices.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video