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Yorgos Lanthimos brings his signature surrealist wit to this biting, darkly comedic period piece about the court of Queen Anne. The film is a power struggle between two cousins vying for the Queens fa...

Daniel Burman's 2002 film blends historical drama, horror, and mystery, set in 18th-century Buenos Aires. It follows a group of men tasked with hunting a mysterious beast terrorizing the city. The fil...

This biography by Eleanor Vance tells the story of John Harrison, the brilliant clockmaker who solved the problem of longitude at sea. Vance details Harrisons relentless pursuit of accuracy, his innov...

Houdon was the greatest portrait sculptor of the 18th century, famous for his ability to capture the personality and spirit of his subjects with startling realism. His busts of figures like George Was...

In 18th-century England, the daughter of a renowned astronomer defies societal expectations to pursue her own passion for the stars. 'The Astronomer's Daughter' explores themes of ambition, gender ine...

Lawrence Hills 'The Book of Negroes' is a sweeping, epic novel that follows Aminata Diallo, a woman kidnapped from West Africa and sold into slavery in South Carolina. The story tracks her journey thr...

Antonio Salieri was an Italian composer and conductor of the Classical era. He was born in Legnago, Italy in 1750 and died in Vienna in 1825. He was a student of the renowned composer, Gluck, and was...

This biography delves into the life of Tobias Smollett, a prominent 18th-century novelist and satirist. Holmes explores Smollett's travels, his literary career, and his complex personality. The book r...

Frontline is a French historical drama series set during the French Revolution. The series follows a young nobleman who is forced to fight for his survival as the aristocracy is overthrown. The show e...

Stanley Kubrick's 1975 period drama is a visual marvel. Filmed entirely with natural light and candlelight, it captures the 18th century with breathtaking authenticity. The story follows the rise and...

David Granns gripping account of the 1740s British naval expedition to the South Seas is a masterclass in narrative non-fiction. When the HMS Wager wrecks on a desolate island, the crew descends into...

Set in 18th-century London, 'The Cartographer's Apprentice' follows a young boy learning the art of mapmaking from a reclusive master. The novel blends historical detail with a coming-of-age story, ex...

Dennis Severs House is a unique still-life drama museum that recreates the lives of a family of Huguenot silk weavers who lived in the house from the 18th to the 20th centuries. Visitors experience th...

Johann Jacob von der Lasa was an 18th-century chess player known for his contributions to chess theory and his role in the development of chess education. He is considered one of the greatest players...