{"product_id":"improbable-pioneers-of-the-romantic-age-the-lives-of-john-russell-6th-duke-of-bedford-and-georgina-gordon-duchess-of-bedford-9781910258255","title":"Improbable Pioneers of the Romantic Age: The Lives of John Russell, 6th Duke of Bedford and Georgina Gordon, Duchess of Bedford","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eImprobable Pioneers is a book that explores the lives of John Russell, 6th Duke of Bedford, and Georgina Gordon, focusing on their unlikely marriage, involvement with the scientific discoveries of the Enlightenment, Romantic art, and poetry, and their exploration of politics, art, architecture, agriculture, botany, and horticulture. It also sheds light on the historic events of the time and captures the excitement of the new discoveries of the Romantic age. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 592 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12 May 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pimpernel Press Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImaginative Pioneers explores the captivating lives of John Russell, the 6th Duke of Bedford (1766-1839), and Georgina Gordon (1781-1853), from their distinct childhoods. Their unlikely marriage intertwined them with the remarkable scientific discoveries of the Enlightenment, the awe-inspiring wonders of Romantic art and poetry, and the influential figures from both realms.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDriven by their insatiable curiosity, the couple embarked on a journey to explore the expanding horizons of science and art. They became pioneers in politics, art, architecture, agriculture, botany, and horticulture, pushing the boundaries of knowledge and creativity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGeorgina's deep affection for the picturesque landscapes of the Highlands extended beyond her husband to a young artist named Edwin Landseer. Landseer's captivating paintings of the Highland landscape became some of the most beloved works of British art. He became an integral part of the Bedfords' lives, and his role in their lives remains a fascinating mystery. Was he the Duchess's secret lover and the father of one of her children?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis captivating book delves not only into the public and private lives of the Duke and Duchess but also provides insights into the historical events of the time. It captures the exhilarating spirit of the Romantic age, as new discoveries and innovations unfolded, shaping the world in remarkable ways. Through their lives and experiences, John Russell and Georgina Gordon become symbols of the transformative power of curiosity, passion, and the pursuit of knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2018g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 198 x 258 x 46 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781910258255\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keir Davidson","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44101302976762,"sku":"9781910258255","price":29.28,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1652439682101_book.jpg?v=1652521216","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/improbable-pioneers-of-the-romantic-age-the-lives-of-john-russell-6th-duke-of-bedford-and-georgina-gordon-duchess-of-bedford-9781910258255","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}