Category Archives: British history

Euphemisms

Posted on July 9, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Dictionary.com says a euphemism is “the substitution of a mild, indirect, or vague expression for one thought to be offensive, harsh, or blunt.”  Euphemisms are plentiful, some old and some of a more modern twists. Let us look at a … Continue reading →

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Two More Winners of “The Prosecution of Mr. Darcy’s Cousin”

Posted on July 9, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

I am pleased to present two more winners with eBook copies of The Prosecution of Mr. Darcy’s Cousin: A Pride and Prejudice Mystery. You should have a prize notice in your email box. The winners are Vesper Meikle and June … Continue reading →

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Political History of England Under the Normans

Posted on July 8, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

The French influence upon England and its culture lasted some 300 years, creating changes in the political, social and cultural realms.  Politically, England saw an acceleration of a “united” England and a spirit of nationalism. The acceptance of a centralized … Continue reading →

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The Ratcliffe Highway Murders as a Plot Point in “The Prosecution of Mr. Darcy’s Cousin” + an excerpt + another giveaway

Posted on July 7, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

When I began writing The Prosecution of Mr. Darcy’s Cousin: A Pride and Prejudice Mystery, I thought to use the actual Regency era case known as “The Ratcliffe Highway Murders” in the plot line for the although a suspect was … Continue reading →

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More Winners of “The Prosecution of Mr. Darcy’s Cousin”

Posted on July 5, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Congratulations to Suzan and to Euridice, the latest winners of an eBook copy of The Prosecution of Mr. Darcy’s Cousin: A Pride and Prejudice Mystery. 

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Another Set of Winners of “The Prosecution of Mr. Darcy’s Cousin”

Posted on June 30, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Congratulations go out to drcopeland7294 and ladysusanpdx. These ladies will receive an eBook copy of The Prosecution of Mr. Darcy’s Cousin: A Pride and Prejudice Mystery.  There are still eBooks copies available this week at  2 copies at More Agreeably … Continue reading →

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Procedure for a Trial in the House of Lords

Posted on June 29, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Procedure for a Trial in the House of Lords When I first began to write The Prosecution of Mr. Darcy’s Cousin, I set myself the task of learning more of the legal procedures practiced during the Regency Period. The trial … Continue reading →

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The Setting for “The Prosecution of Mr. Darcy’s Cousin” + an Excerpt + Giveaway

Posted on June 24, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Much of the action of my newest Austen-inspired novel, The Prosecution of Mr. Darcy’s Cousin, is set in Wapping. But what do we know of the area? Wapping is a district in East London, in the Borough of Tower Hamlets. … Continue reading →

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The Development of the English Language During the Anglo-Norman Period (1066-1350)

Posted on June 23, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

French influence upon England came about with the Norman conquest in 1066. In the beginning, the Norman conquerors spoke nothing but French, actually holding the Anglo-Saxon language in contempt. What we now refer to as Norman French was used for … Continue reading →

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Do You Know These Words and Phrases?

Posted on June 22, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

I was reading a period piece recently and came across the words and phrases below. How many of these do you use? Verge – British: A grass edging such as that by the side of a road or path Embarazo – … Continue reading →

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