Fans of Julian Fellowes' hit show can step back 100 years to the world of the pampered, privileged upper classes and take a look at exactly what goes on behind the magisterial doors of their favorite stately home. Using the characters and setting of the popular television show as a point of reference for the reader, this is a closer look at the Edwardian period. They were the super rich of their times, pampered beyond belief-the early 20th century Edwardian gentry, who lived like superstars, their every desire or need catered to by an army of butlers, servants, footmen, housekeepers, and grooms.

Cover; Copyright; Author's Note; Acknowledgements; Contents; Introduction; Chapter 1: The House; Chapter 2: Money; Chapter 3: The Pecking Order; Chapter 4: The Rules; Chapter 5: Who Runs this House Anyway?; Chapter 6: Relationships; Chapter 7: Food & Drink; Chapter 8: Entertainment & Sport; Chapter 9: Getting Around; Chapter 10: Morals & Manners; Chapter 11: How to Wear It; Chapter 12: Health.