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Amanda Vickery - Why We're Obsessed With Jane Austen

Season 1, Ep. 6

Alex von Tunzelmann and Hannah Greig chat to Amanda Vickery about Colin Firth's erections, why we love the Georgians so much, and what vigorous dancing until 2am says about you.


Produced & directed by: Natt Tapley for Gloaming Productions

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