of that
period of
English history which occurred during the rule o f Queen
Victoria (1837–1901). It was characterized as very respectable and
religious in a formal way, whereas people during this
time period often only pretended to be good and pure (especially in matters of
sex).
—SHSBC Binder 26 Approved Glossary, —SHSBC Binder 32 Approved Glossary, —NVRD Approved Glossary