At a time when industrial and commercial wealth was only just being accepted into the ranks of high society, it was crucial for a nouveau riche family like the Olliff-Coopers to hold and improve their position at the top. In episode two we will watch this happen, as Sir John and Lady Olliff-Cooper set about using their new assets including their country house, their male servants and their French chef to maximum affect in that most powerful social weapon - the dinner party.
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