Regency Economy: Common Hackney Fares in Town
According to Ball and Sunderland (2002), most hackney coaches in the Regency era were four wheeled carriages frequently castoffs from gentlemen. Because of a monopoly Continue
According to Ball and Sunderland (2002), most hackney coaches in the Regency era were four wheeled carriages frequently castoffs from gentlemen. Because of a monopoly Continue
A delightful “article” in the March 1, 1819 edition of the Repository of Arts, Literature and Fashion details the new patent for moveable axles for Continue
I will admit it, I get the conveyances of the Regency confused all the time. So here is a primer on all the assorted vehicles Continue
An infirmed lady resusitating in Bath in Georgian or Regency England would likely own a sedan chair, perfect for carrying her above the dirty streets Continue