Tag Archives: Regency Era

Who Were The “Ton” and the “Beau Monde”?

Posted on March 24, 2016 by Regina Jeffers

Le bon ton is a French phrase meaning “the good style” or “good form.” One could be said to have good ton–meaning good style. So one could be part of the Ton, if one had the style for it–which is why … Continue reading →

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Changes in Weaponry at the End of the Regency

Posted on February 16, 2016 by Regina Jeffers

This post appeared the last week of September 2015 on Caroline Warfield’s most-excellent blog on historical fiction/fact, but I thought I’d share it here in case some of you missed it. The first seven books of my award-winning “The Realm” … Continue reading →

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Excerpt from “Mr. Darcy’s Bargain: A Pride and Prejudice Vagary”

Posted on January 21, 2016 by Regina Jeffers

(P.S. I know “ITS” above should be “It’s,” but I liked the idea of the image even though the grammarian screams for correctness.) bar·gain ˈbärɡən/ noun  an agreement between two or more parties as to what each party will do … Continue reading →

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A Regency Era Whig Conversation Club, King of Clubs

Posted on October 28, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

The King of Clubs was a famous Whig conversation club, founded in 1798. In contrast to its mainly Tory forerunner The Club (established by Samuel Johnson, Edmund Burke and Sir Joshua Reynolds), it was a predominantly Whig fraternity of some … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Our Ladies ~ Four Heroines of the REALM Series (Part 1) + a Giveaway

Posted on October 6, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

During the month of October (on Tuesdays) nine other authors and I are “Shining a Light on Our Ladies” by taking a closer look at what makes our heroines so special. The other authors involved include: Helen Hollick, Alison Morton, … Continue reading →

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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 →

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Regency Lexicon – The Letter “W”

Posted on May 13, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Regency Era Lexicon – Nearing the End: We’re at “W” wafer – made of flour and gum; one dampened the wafer and then placed it on a letter to seal it waggonette – a four-wheel lightweight carriage; used for pleasure … Continue reading →

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A Regency Era Breakfast: Various Times to Eat

Posted on February 19, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

How did those in Regency London begin their days? The answer is not so simple. The various social classes went about their days in their distinct ways. They rose and ate at different times depending on their class structure. There was … Continue reading →

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Regency Era Lexicon – Next Up is the Letter “G”

Posted on February 18, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Regency Era Lexicon – We’re Up to “G” Gaiters – knee-high leggings that buttoned on the side; a master would wear these over his clothing to protect them from mud, dirt, and rain Gallery – a long narrow room in … Continue reading →

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Lighting the House in the Regency Period

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Today, I have have dealt with another power outage in my area, and I have privately cursed how dark my home is without the power of electricity. I have had to go without lights, TV, the internet, phone service, etc., and … Continue reading →

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