What defines the Victorian era and what are its distinct periods?
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The passage provides historical context about the Victorian era, detailing its timeline, characteristics, and distinctions within the periods of Queen Victoria's reign. It discusses different interpretations and definitions of the era as well as the perspectives of various historians.
Answer
The Victorian era (1837-1901) includes the Early (1837-1860), Mid (1861-1879), and Late (1880-1901) periods.
The Victorian era is defined by the reign of Queen Victoria from 1837 to 1901. It is distinctively divided into three periods: the Early or Romantic Period (1837-1860), the Mid or Grand Period (1861-1879), and the Late or Aesthetic Period (1880-1901).
Answer for screen readers
The Victorian era is defined by the reign of Queen Victoria from 1837 to 1901. It is distinctively divided into three periods: the Early or Romantic Period (1837-1860), the Mid or Grand Period (1861-1879), and the Late or Aesthetic Period (1880-1901).
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The era was marked by significant cultural, social, and technological progress as well as disparities such as poverty amidst wealth. It was a time of great expansion for the British Empire.
Sources
- The Victorian Era: 1837-1901 - Lillicoco - lillicoco.com
- Victorian era | History, Society, & Culture | Britannica - britannica.com
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