Exotic Outdoor Pleasure: The Vauxhall Gardens

Historians Danielle Thom and David Coke discuss the history of the Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens with Lars Tharp: from decorous entertainments of art and musical display, to the racier activities of some of its less distinguished visitors.

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