A Bash with the British Empire

by David Harper

This book is packed with stories from the Georgian period 1714-1830 including...
Strange pets, binge drinking, cosmetic surgery, smugglers, money launderers, moving to Australia, dodgy politicians, dating tips and instructions on how to sell your wife in auction...amongst many other things!

Huge fun! And amazingly informative, too.
Gyles Brandreth

It’s hard to believe that such stylish silverware and elegant architecture were produced by this bunch of hooligans... enjoy the Romp!
Graeme Garden

About the
Known for his brightly coloured trousers, David Harper is a TV presenter (specialising in antiques, classic cars and history) He's also a writer, an artist,
a speaker and an auctioneer.
His antiques auction and art business is
based in Barnard Castle, Co. Durham

Kindle Edition

Published November 21, 2025

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