Monthly Archives: August 2015

Anglo-Norman Literature: Part III ~ Romantic Verse Beyond “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight”

Posted on August 10, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

The French epic arrived in England early on. Some historians believe that Chanson de Roland was sung at the Battle of Hastings. We have evidence of “chansons de geste” from the period, which serves even today. The chanson de geste, Old French … Continue reading →

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Congratulations to the Winners of Jeanna Ellsworth’s “Inspired by Grace”

Posted on August 8, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

I would like to congratulate Becky C and Dung for being chosen as winners of Jeanna Ellsworth’s “Inspired by Grace” Giveaway. I will be contacting you, Ladies, on how to claim your prize. 

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Bride Inheritance? A Cultural Allowance for a Widow or a Means to Control Property?

Posted on August 6, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Bride Inheritance or Widow Inheritance is a cultural practice sometimes related to a levirate marriage. In this practice, a woman must marry a kinsman of her late husband. This kinsman is often her brother-in-law.  From Bible Study Tools, we learn, … Continue reading →

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Celebrating the Release of “Inspired By Grace,” with Jeanna Ellsworth + Excerpt + a Giveaway

Posted on August 4, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Today, I welcome one of compatriots on austenauthors.net with a non-Austen inspired release plus a giveaway of Inspired by Grace.  Finale, Goodbyes, and The End! Thanks so much Regina for hosting me on this final stop on the blog tour of … Continue reading →

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