THE GRATEFUL DUCHESS Harriot Mellon
The richest, most famous person you’ve never heard of is Harriot Mellon. An icon of the stage in Regency England, she rose from abject poverty and abuse to become the wealthiest woman in the country. More surprising still: she was the sweetest, most wholesome soul you’ll ever meet. Katie interviews renowned historian Ian Mortimer. Explore the British Museum’s vast collection of objects related to Harriot Mellon here. Read the full two volumes of Harriot …