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The program shows the Bowler family arrival, in full 1900 regalia,
at the remarkably refurbished 50 Elliscombe Road. Only a few days
into their new lives, awe and excitement turn to frustration as
the Bowlers battle a malfunctioning coal-burning range, which is
both their cooking stove and sole source of hot water. It's lovely
when the baker brings fresh, warm goodies to the door, but the preparation
of every meal is a major undertaking, and washing up afterwards
is an ordeal. Nasty chamber pots, milk turned sour, and cold baths
also erode their good humor, which is further strained by an inedible
birthday breakfast for Joyce, who finds herself reduced to tears
and shouts in the garden. Paul risks his life learning to shave
with a cutthroat razor and Joe goes on a virtual hunger strike in
protest against Victorian cooking.
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