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Monthly Archives: May 2016
John Penn: A Man Who Aided in Cornwallis’s Defeat and Signer of the Declaration of Independence
Patriot, Continental Congress member, and North Carolina signer of the Declaration of Independence, John Penn was a native of Caroline County, Virginia. Like many others who risked their lives to bring freedom to the American states, Penn’s contributions are often … Continue reading
A Brief History of The Reformation 1485 – 1580
When Henry VII came to the throne, the York-Lancaster conflict knew an end. Henry earned a monopoly over all gun-powder, which had become the new weapon of warfare. As a result, the power of the monarchy was immeasurably solidified. With … Continue reading
Medical Advancements Leading to Real Progress in the 18th Century
Early on, the civilize world saw the study of nature as essential to the welfare of all mankind. The 16th Century saw great strides. Nicolaus Copernicus was a Renaissance mathematician and astronomer who formulated a model of the universe that … Continue reading
The Birth of Victoria, Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal
Only ten months after pronouncing her vows to her beloved Albert, Queen Victoria delivered forth the first of their children. The birth of Princess Victoria on 20 November 1840 was the first direct heir born to a reigning monarch in … Continue reading
Posted in British history, Church of England, customs and tradiitons, family, Great Britain, history, Living in the UK, marriage, marriage customs, real life tales, Victorian era
Tagged Prince Albert, Princess Royal, Princess Victoria, Queen Victoria, royal heir
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Happy “May” Birthdays to Some of Our Favorite “Austen” Actors
We have a great mix of old and new in this month’s salute to those actors and actresses who have performed in Austen-inspired films. May 4 – Anthony Calf, who portrayed Colonel Fitzwilliam in 1995’s Pride and Prejudice … Continue reading
Posted in Austen actors, film adaptations, Jane Austen, Uncategorized
Tagged actors, Anna Maxwell Martin, Anthony Calf, Bella Heathcote, Ben Gourley, Bryan Marshall, Carey Mulligan, Christina Cole, Eleanor Tomlinson, film adaptations, Greg Wise, Jane Austen, Janet McTeer, Kam Heskin, Laurence Fox, Laurence Olivier, Maureen O'Sullivan, Peter Cushing, Phyllida Law, Sally Phillips, Samantha Morton, Tracey Childs
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Mother’s Day Sale!!! 21 eBook Novels from Regina Jeffers, each $2.50 or Less
For Mother’s Day, surprise your that special woman in your life with the gift of reading. Fill up her Kindle, Nook, or Kobo with these delightful stories from award-winning author, Regina Jeffers. Hurry! The sale ends Tuesday, May 10, 2016. Jane Austen-inspired … Continue reading
Posted in book release, books, Christmas, contemporary romance, eBooks, Georgian Era, Great Britain, historical fiction, Jane Austen, Living in the Regency, marriage customs, Persuasion, Pride and Prejudice, Realm series, Regency era, Regency romance, vampires
Tagged " "His American Heartsong, " A Touch of Cashémere, "His Irish Eve, A Touch of Emerald, A Touch of Grace, A Touch of Honor, A Touch of Love, A Touch of Mercy, A Touch of Scandal, A Touch of Velvet, Captain Wentworth's Persuasion, Christmas at Pemberley, Darcy's Passions, Darcy's Temptation, Elizabeth Bennet's Deception, Elizabeth Bennet's Excellent Adventure, First Wives' Club, Honor and Hope, Jane Austen, Mr. Darcy's Fault, One Minute Past Christmas, The Disappearance of Georgiana Darcy, The Mysterious Death of Mr. Darcy, The Pemberley Ball, The Phantom of Pemberley, The Prosecution of Mr. Darcy's Cousin, The Road to Understanding, Vampire Darcy's Desire
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