A history of the Chartist Movement in England from its origins in 1838 with the "People's Charter," to its demise in 1848.

Ale was an important beverage in the Middle Ages as it was considered to be a healthier drink than the often polluted waters, and women played a major role in brewing it. They often brewed it at home, and sold some to neighbors. The...

A six part article in which the various roles women played in Victorian England are discussed. The author explores the idea that women had a "mission" in Victorian life.

The author explores how the status and place of women in Victorian England changed over the course of the 19th century. Women became much more active in service and mission type work. In addition, early feminism has its roots in this...

This site from Victorian Context is an article that talks about the politics of reform in England. It gives information about how these politics effected the influence on the Victorian Literature. It is an informative article that goes...

Four lesson plans for exploring the reign of Queen Victoria, with instructions for introducing learners to the positive and negative impacts of the inventions of the Industrial Revolution, to the leaders of Victorian England, to the role...