Category Archives: British history

Anglo-Norman Literature: Part II ~ Sir Gawain and the Green Knight

Posted on July 28, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

This romantic verse is dated to the late 14th Century, but it may have developed a bit earlier. The author of the piece remains as “anonymous”; however many scholars view the author of “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight” to … Continue reading →

Posted in Anglo-Normans, British history, Great Britain, literature | Tagged , , , , | 5 Comments

Am Fear Liath Mòr, a Yeti-Like Creature in Scotland

Posted on July 27, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

The second highest mountain range in the UK is a mountain range in the eastern Highlands of Scotland. In modern terms, these mountains are known as the “Cairngorms.”  The Cairngorms include the highest, coldest, and snowiest plateaux in the United Kingdom. … Continue reading →

Posted in British history, Great Britain, real life tales, Scotland, Victorian era | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Celebrating the Feast of St Lewina

Posted on July 24, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Mysterious Britain and Ireland explains the source of the St Lewina celebration as, “St Lewina was a young British virgin who was martyred by Saxons on 24 July 687 A.D. (whilst Theodore was 7th Archbishop of Canterbury). Following her death … Continue reading →

Posted in Anglo-Saxons, British history, Great Britain, real life tales | Tagged , , , , | 4 Comments

Writing Historical Fiction? Should You Use That Particular Word?

Posted on July 23, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

I admit it: I am a bit of a word geek. I am fascinated with how words came into the English language. Some words make sense in their derivation, and others not so much so. Below are some of the … Continue reading →

Posted in British history, Great Britain, Regency era, word origins | Tagged , , | 2 Comments

Anatomy of a “Janeite” ~ Do You Fit the Profile?

Posted on July 23, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Anatomy of a Janeite: Do You Fit the Profile? In 2008, JASNA (Jane Austen Society of North America) put together a survey of the “typical” Janeite. I was wondering how many items match with my viewers/readers. So, read on… Part 1: … Continue reading →

Posted in Austen Authors, British history, Great Britain, Jane Austen, JASNA, Living in the Regency, real life tales | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on Anatomy of a “Janeite” ~ Do You Fit the Profile?

Anglo-Norman Literature: Part I ~ Introduction to Medieval Verse Romances

Posted on July 22, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Early “romances” were stories written in verse in one of the Roman language. Essentially, a romance incorporated the elements of adventure, passion, the extraordinary, and an exaggeration of the virtues and vices of human nature. Originating from the French, the … Continue reading →

Posted in Anglo-Normans, British history, Great Britain, real life tales | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Jude Knight: “I Blame the Plot Elves” + a Giveaway of “A Baron for Becky”

Posted on July 21, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Today, I would like to welcome a dear friend, Jude Knight to the blog. After a career in commercial writing, editing, and publishing, Jude returned to her first love: fiction. She claims to love capable, determined heroines, and heroes who appreciate … Continue reading →

Posted in British history, giveaway, Great Britain, Guest Post, Living in the Regency, Regency era, Regency romance | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 21 Comments

How Austen Changes Up the “Courtship Novel”

Posted on July 17, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Earlier, we examine Austen’s art in the “courtship novel,” specifically in Pride and Prejudice.”Here we see that Jane Austen’s portrayal of courtship differs from that of many courtship novels written throughout the eighteenth century: in Austen’s novels, instead of submitting … Continue reading →

Posted in British history, Great Britain, Jane Austen, Living in the Regency, real life tales, Regency era | Tagged , , , , , , | 2 Comments

The Making of a Book Trailer + a Giveaway of an Audiobook of “A Code of the Heart”

Posted on July 16, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

I wish to welcome back to the blog, Jacki Delecki. Descended from a long line of storytellers, Jacki spins adventures filled with suspense, healing, and romance. Jacki’s love affair with the arts began at a young age and inspired her to train … Continue reading →

Posted in British history, giveaway, Great Britain, Guest Blog, Living in the Regency, Regency era | Tagged , , , , , | 9 Comments

Early Anglo-Norman Literature

Posted on July 15, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Anglo-Norman literature was a verse literature in which we find a love for word play. The tone was lighter and the themes romantic. Even when the subject was an imaginary historical or religious figure, the overall effect remained romantic. Imagination … Continue reading →

Posted in Anglo-Normans, British history, Great Britain, literature, real life tales | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment