Lenora Rogers's Blog, page 25
August 26, 2017
Dolley Madison Sends A Telegram
The venerable Dolley Madison, the most popular woman in Washington, if not the entire country, in the 1840s.
As “The Widow Dolley”, Mrs. Madison was the most famous woman in the country.
Mrs. Madison: Dowager Washingtonian
When James Madison died at 85, Dolley was 68, and still in good health. Montpelier, their Virginia plantation was failing however, due to Madison’s declining years and ability to oversee, to the vagaries of farming in general, and mostly to the...
August 25, 2017
Book Corner: Kingdom Come by Toby Clements
History... the interesting bits!
The recent tensions between King Edward and his great ally the Earl of Warwick lie forgotten these past months, but even as winter tightens her grip on the land, the peace is shattered by a vicious attack on one of the King’s allies.
Long buried secrets are brought to the surface, and Thomas and Katherine must finally decide where their loyalties lie and to choose between fight or flight, knowing either choice will incur a terrible price.
From Lincoln to Bru...
August 23, 2017
Pre-order “Exile and Grace” – the new album from King King!
King King’s new album “Exile & Grace” is a must-have album for lovers of rock and blues. It’s a fantastic collection of songs. It will be released by Manhaton Records on Friday 6th October 2017.
I’ve just been listening to it and enjoyed every track. Alan Nimmo’s vocals are stunning. The lyrics are passionate, and range from dealing with the ups and downs of relationships to the state of the world. This is an album that has a lot to say. It contains heartfelt ballads, more upte...
Renaissance Angel
young dancer, Los Angeles, c. 1979
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SUPPORTING HISTORY and the ARTS
I know I’ve been ill, I still want to help, I can blog on history and the ARTS, If you need my help I would need a short bio and what you do in the ARTS or history, I can b log and help. I also need your links and a few photos of your books or art or history. Need a photo of you too.. copy and pasting works best for me. You can email me the information and I will try to get it posted as soon as possible.
Judging Henry VII: Historians’ Two Cents on the first Tudor King
Henry VII of England PAINTINGS Perréal, Jean (attributed to) French, ca. 1455-ca. 1530 ca. 1500?25 Tempera and oil on panel 12 5/8 x 9 in. Bequest of Catherine Jean Quirk (M1989.63)
Prominent historians and biographers weigh in on Henry Tudor with cited primary sources on his appearance (be careful with this, because they all describe him differently. In some he is dark haired, others he is blond and others he is brown haired, but all agree he was pale or fair of f...
The Oleaga/Luigi Era of Dance and Photography
The Photographs of Milton Oleaga
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Artist Jennifer Bentson Is on the Move!
Be Inspired! ...and Get ArtQuenched!
Jennifer Bentson re-invented herself after a wonderful 35-year career as a counselor and business owner.
The trip has been an adventure and certainly one for the adventurous spirit.
The artist in Jennifer Bentson was born atop a mount...
August 22, 2017
Chartres Cathedral: Black Madonna
Chartres Cathedral – Black Madonna
The Black Madonna statue in Chartres Cathedral, France represents the pagan Egyptian goddess; Isis. In her arms she’s not holding Jesus, but her conceived son, the Sun God; Horus. Isis, just like Mary Magdalene was a virgin who gave birth to a son on the 25th December.
The event took place, four days after the winter solstice on the 21st, at the moment of the rebirth of the Sun.
Mary stands between two pillars of the Temple of Solomon i...
