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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 3 Illustrated Wonderlands

3. Illustrated Wonderlands

Aired: Feb 21, 2011

The next episode delves into the enchanting realm of Victorian illustrated bo...

Episode 4 Paperback Writer

4. Paperback Writer

Aired: Feb 28, 2011

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

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Info about The Beauty of Books

Network: BBC Four

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary