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THE WELLINGTON CONNECTION – THE MARCHIONESS OF WORCESTER

Originally published May, 2014 The first quadrille was danced at Almack’s –  pictured are the Marquis of Worcester, Lady Jersey, Claronald Macdonald and Lady Worcester.   The Duke of Wellington’s ties to the Marquis and Lady Worcester were fastened on both sides – Lord Worcester had served as an aide-de-camp to the Duke of Wellington … Continue reading "THE WELLINGTON CONNECTION – THE MARCHIONESS OF WORCESTER"

NAPOLEON DIES IN EXILE MAY 5, 1821

Napoleon Bonaparte, the former French emperor and arch-foe of Great Britain, died on St. Helena on this day. The Corsica-born Napoleon, one of the greatest military strategists in history, rapidly rose in the ranks of the French Revolutionary Army during the late 1790s. By 1799, France was at war with most of Europe, and Napoleon … Continue reading "NAPOLEON DIES IN EXILE MAY 5, 1821"

Regency Author Goes Modern…or, a Temporary Aberration.

by Victoria Hinshaw What is the fate of the author of eight published Regency Romances? Of the author of numerous short stories, novellas and countless articles and blogposts centering on the Regency era and its people, places, and fashions?  Of the avid member of the Jane Austen Society with speaking gigs at many AGMs and regional … Continue reading "Regency Author Goes Modern…or, a Temporary Aberration."

SIDELIGHTS FROM THE 2017 COUNTRY HOUSE TOUR

by Victoria Hinshaw On Number One London’s 2017 Country House Tour,  our group had a few adventures in addition to seeing spectacular houses and gardens. For most of our tour, we stayed at the Old Hall Hotel in the charming spa town of Buxton, Derbyshire, once well known for its warm mineral waters. The healing qualities … Continue reading "SIDELIGHTS FROM THE 2017 COUNTRY HOUSE TOUR"

Thos. Creevey and Life at the Royal Pavilion – Part Three

  Mrs. Fitzherbert A Letter from Mrs. Creevey to Mr. Creevey in London. “. . . Oh, this wicked Pavillion! we were there till past one this morng., and it has kept me in bed with the headache till 12 to-day. . . . The invitation did not come to us till 9 o’clock: we went … Continue reading "Thos. Creevey and Life at the Royal Pavilion – Part Three"

THOMAS CREEVEY AND LIFE AT THE ROYAL PAVILION – Part Two

Originally published April 2011 “I suppose the Courts or houses of Princes are all alike in one thing, viz., that in attending them you lose your liberty. After one month was gone by, you fell naturally and of course into the ranks, and had to reserve your observations till you were asked for them. These … Continue reading "THOMAS CREEVEY AND LIFE AT THE ROYAL PAVILION – Part Two"

THOMAS CREEVEY AND LIFE AT THE ROYAL PAVILION – Part One

Originally published April 2011 Thomas Creevey   “It was in 1804 when I first began to take a part in the House of Commons, at which time the Prince of Wales was a most warm and active partizan of Mr. Fox and the Opposition. It was then that the Prince began first to notice me, … Continue reading "THOMAS CREEVEY AND LIFE AT THE ROYAL PAVILION – Part One"

LORD BYRON – IN MEMORIAM

   George Gordon Byron, 6th Baron Byron, later George Gordon Noel, 6th Baron Byron, FRS 22 January 1788 – 19 April 1824

PROJECT REGENCY ROMANCE – CREATING REGENCY ROMANCE JANE AUSTEN WOULD READ

by Louisa Cornell Anyone who reads our blog knows I write Regency romance. I met Mr. Darcy at the age of nine and I have been writing my own version of him ever since. Because of my love of all things British – especially British history – I strive to make certain my Regency romances … Continue reading "PROJECT REGENCY ROMANCE – CREATING REGENCY ROMANCE JANE AUSTEN WOULD READ"

THE 2017 COUNTRY HOUSE TOUR: ACT THREE

by Victoria Hinshaw What is more magnificent than Chatsworth House? How about a fashion exhibition of clothing shown in the very rooms in which they were worn? The exhibition House Style: Five Centuries of Fashion at Chatsworth was on show and we felt really fortunate to see all these wonderful garments long stored away, in … Continue reading "THE 2017 COUNTRY HOUSE TOUR: ACT THREE"