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The Beauty of Books

Season 1 Episode 3: Illustrated Wonderlands

The next episode delves into the enchanting realm of Victorian illustrated books for children, where technological innovations and a thriving middle class gave rise to a distinctive genre of captivating fairy tales and fantasy fiction that mesmerized young readers.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Ancient Bibles

1. Ancient Bibles

Aired: Feb 7, 2011

The British Library's shelves stretch over 600 kilometers, showcasing its mas...

Episode 2 Medieval Masterpieces

2. Medieval Masterpieces

Aired: Feb 14, 2011

The next episode delves into the artistic excellence of illuminated manuscrip...

Episode 4 Paperback Writer

4. Paperback Writer

Aired: Feb 28, 2011

The next episode delves into the profound influence of the paperback book on ...

Main Cast

Richard DormerRichard DormerNarrator

Appearances

Stephen BayleyStephen Bayley
Rick GekoskiRick Gekoski
Alison BaileyAlison Bailey
Michael ForemanMichael Foreman
Edward MaggsEdward Maggs
Sebastian PeakeSebastian Peake
John VernonJohn Vernon
Edward WakelingEdward Wakeling

Info about The Beauty of Books

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Four

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary

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