The Enchanted Dolls’ House –Wedding
The story of Lucinda and Albert’s romance, which began in The Enchanted Dolls’ House, continues in this equally stunning sequel. The old customs and sheer romance of Victorian weddings imbue this lavishly produced book with a special magic.
Starting with your own wedding invitation, every page is crammed with romantic artwork and period detail. With embossing, flaps, envelopes with hidden surprises, and little booklets and albums, this book is multi-layered – with something for children of all ages.
Explore the ingeniously conceived and constructed pop-ups with the toys. Visit an Edwardian department store. (What would you buy?). Attend Lucinda and Albert’s wedding in a miniature Victorian Chapel, celebrate their reception in a grand Victorian Manor House and visit their elegant new home, the Regency Dolls’ House.
The intricate detail contained within the text and illustrations provide intimate insights into everyday Edwardian, Victorian and Regency life.
Among many other things, you’ll learn what a tussie-mussie is, find out how to create an Edwardian hairstyle, and glean fascinating facts about old English bridal traditions, many of which have survived to the present time. You’ll also discover that ‘retail therapy’ isn’t just a modern pastime!
Overflowing with lovingly rendered details of bridal costumes, gifts, food, and flowers, this truly beautiful book presents everyone’s dream of the perfect wedding.
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