This course examines dramatic changes and striking contrasts of British society from the early nineteenth century to the First World War. Topics include imperial pageantry, poverty and urban squalor, crime, class rigidity, and bold individuality. There will be some focus on women’s experiences, at home and abroad.

Antirequisite(s): History 4420F/G, History 4423E, the former History 3423F/G,

Prerequisite(s): 1.0 History course at the 2200-level or above.

Extra Information: 3.0 hours.