The Thing About Austen

Episode 108: The Thing About the Barouche-landau

The Thing About Austen

Show Notes

The weather is fine, and Mrs. Elton would like to go for a drive with the top down. This episode we're covering barouches, landaus, and Mrs. Elton's favorite, the barouche-landau. Let's hope it doesn't rain.

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