Luxury and Pleasure in Eighteenth-Century Britain

The book delves into the impact of luxury consumer goods on the homes of Britain's urban middle classes in the eighteenth century. It examines how items like mahogany secretaires and porcelain tea ware not only transformed domestic spaces but also played a crucial role in driving the first industrial revolution through their production. Maxine Berg reveals the intricate relationship between consumer culture and industrial development, highlighting the significance of these luxury items in shaping societal norms and economic changes of the era.