In his defense, the prom picture was one of Theo's less likeable portraits -- due largely to his attire, and his expression, and the carpet tacks he carried clutched in white-knuckled fists. It...was a different time.

Video: Historian Answers Victorian England Questions

Dr. Bob Nicholson is a wonderful historian of Victoriana — with a special focus on the printed material of the era. I’ve enjoyed following his work for some time!

In this video for Wired, he does a lovely job answering reader questions about Victorian England.


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