The Chronicles of Downton Abbey (Official Series 3 TV tie-in)

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The official companion to all three seasons. The Great War has ended, but Downton Abbey is far from peaceful... A changing world has brought new challenges and new guests. Inside the walls of the Great House there is more intrigue, rivalry and romance than ever. The Chronicles of Downton Abbey take you deep into the lives of the Crawleys, their servants, lovers, friends and guests. So wander the crowded servants' quarters and peek into luxurious bed chambers. Go beneath the surface, and experience every aspect of their lives - from daily routines, dressing tables and treasure chests to their most secret hopes and fears. This lavish book explores the lives of every important member of the Downton estate. Focusing on each character individually, it examines their motivations, their actions and the inspirations behind them. An evocative source of story and background, it will take you even deeper into the secret, beating heart of the house.

Jessica Fellowes is an established writer and editor. She has worked as a gossip columnist, celebrity interviewer and lifestyle features editor for the Mail on Sunday. For four years she was Deputy Editor of Country Life. Her previous books are ''Mud & the City: dos and don''ts for townies in the country'' and ''The Devil You Know: looking out for the psycho in your life.'' She lives in London with her family.www.jessicafellowes.com Matthew Sturgis is a writer with a particular enthusiasm for the cultural world of the late-nineteenth century and is the author of acclaimed biographies of Aubrey Beardsley and Walter Sickert. He has also contributed to the TLS, Daily Telegraph and Independent on Sunday. He is a member of the Oscar Wilde Society and contributes reviews to their journal The Wildean.

Praise for The World of Downton Abbey: 'Fans of the brilliant period drama will love the exclusive photographs, and interviews with cast members in this appropriately lavish official 'making of' book.' Woman's Own 'Brings both historical context and illuminating detail to what has become the benchmark period drama of the age.' Daily Mail 'A fount of fascinating and social and historical facts...Well-researched, entertaining and handsomely illustrated.' Sunday Express