Victorianism

Victorianism refers to the distinctive tastes, conduct, and expressions characteristic of the Victorian era, roughly spanning from 1820 to 1914, coinciding with Queen Victoria's reign. This period in British history was marked by a class-based society, expanding suffrage, and Britain's global dominance as an empire.12

Sociologically, the Victorian era was shaped by profound societal shifts stemming from the French Revolution and the Industrial Revolution. These events disrupted traditional social structures, leading to new ways of thinking about order, class, and community. Victorian morality, often characterized by a strict ethos and a sexual double standard, emerged as a response to these changes, emphasizing respectability and social order. The era also saw significant developments in science, including the theory of evolution, and a complex political landscape with an expanding franchise and the growth of the British Empire.3452