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Back to EpisodesEpisode 118: The Thing About Mrs. Clay Under Mr. Elliot's Protection
Season 1
Published 3 months, 3 weeks ago
Description
What exactly does Austen mean when she describes Mrs. Clay as being "under his protection"? And what's in it for everyone involved? This episode we examine the role of mistresses in 18th-century society.
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