From Roman villas to Downton Abbey: Britain’s country houses
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Briton's country houses have been on a roller coaster ride over the past few centuries. They flourished during the georgian and victorian eras, endured a crisis of confidence following the world wars,. Before enjoying a renaissance as we entered the 20 first century. So why do we remain so captivated by grand country piles? And what can they tell us about briton's changing political landscape?
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