Victorians Undone: Tales of the Flesh in the Age of Decorum

The Victorians Undone is a groundbreaking historical narrative that takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the lives of five iconic Victorian figures, as seen through their bodies.

With vivid language and cinematic quality, Kathryn Hughes crafts a fascinating account of what it was like to live in a Victorian body, exploring themes of desire, violence, and the human experience.

Through Lady Flora Hastings' swollen stomach, Darwin's iconic beard, George Eliot's larger right hand, Dante Gabriel Rossetti's bee-stung lips, and Fanny Adams' tragic evisceration, readers will gain a new appreciation for the vital signs of life in Victorian England.

Don't miss out on this captivating and thought-provoking read that will leave you questioning your own understanding of history.