A Woman of Substance

Season 1

The life of Emma Harte, from kitchen maid at the beginning of the twentieth century, to respected business woman and grandmother in the 1980s. From humble beginnings, Emma Harte starts her business with a small shop, but over the next twenty years, she expands her stores and invests in the growing textile industry in Leeds.

Where to Watch Season 1

3 Episodes

  • A Nest of Vipers
    E1
    A Nest of VipersPart one of Woman of Substance was subtitled "Nest of Vipers." Here we find Emma discharged from her job after a desultory affair with her employer's son (Peter Chelsolm)
  • Fighting for the Dream
    E2
    Fighting for the DreamAfter losing her job due to a romantic entanglement with her employer's son, Emma Harte (Jenny Seagrove) heads to Leeds, where she starts a small business. Her enterprise blossoms beyond her wildest dreams, and by episode's end Emma is the wealthiest woman in the region.
  • The Secret Is Revealed
    E3
    The Secret Is RevealedExpanding her business activities beyond the small town of Leeds, former serving girl Emma Hart (Jenny Seagrove) seeks vengeance on the aristocratic family that has wronged her. She also falls in love with handsome Major Paul McGill (Barry Bostwick).

 

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