What if we suppose Jane Austen made her fortune from the publication of Pride and Prejudice, and she wanted to build a house of the latest architectural style? What would she build? It is a simple and yet rather complicated question when you look at it from a historical perspective. Jane Austen lived during the …
Most Regency authors have, at the very least, referenced or mentioned a lady’s maid in a story, even if we haven’t made her a confidant or important servant in our heroine’s life. She is often a useful character, who can be used to impart information about the household gossip, mend gowns in a trice, and …
For those of you who are fans of Emma, you might remember Mr. Knightly’s mention of Astley’s where Harriet Smith finally thrown back into the company of Robert Martin, which leads to his proposal and of course, her acceptance, however, Mr. Knightley never mentions what on earth Astley’s is! “It is a very simple story. …
Today, The Earl’s Conquest is available and it’s a rather unusual feeling. I’m happy to have it finished and I think that I’m proudest of this book to be honest. I will be curious to see how the readers feel once they’ve had a chance to read it! Now, I know those who have only …
“Mrs. Bennet had designed to keep the two Netherfield gentlemen to supper; but their carriage was unluckily ordered before any of the others, and she had no opportunity of detaining them.” Saturday, 29 September 1812 Darcy entered the carriage and glanced back at Longbourn while he waited for Bingley to join him. …
While at Rosings, Mr. Darcy interacts with Elizabeth during calls to the Parsonage and as she and the Collins’ dine at Rosings. Not satisfied with those interactions, he desires to happen upon her as she walks the Park. Monday, 11 April 1812 Darcy peered anxiously about the edge of the orchard. Where could Elizabeth …
As Darcy spends time in London, he attempts to put one woman and her “fine eyes” out of his mind. Will a letter and his annual trip to Rosings be just what he needs? Monday, 9 March 1812 A knock at the door roused Darcy from the ledgers before him. “Enter,” he called. The …
“The prospect of the Netherfield ball was extremely agreeable to every female of the family. Mrs. Bennet chose to consider it as given in compliment to her eldest daughter, and was particularly flattered by receiving the invitation from Mr. Bingley himself, instead of a ceremonious card. Jane pictured to herself a happy evening in the …
“On Sunday, after morning service, the separation, so agreeable to almost all, took place. Miss Bingley’s civility to Elizabeth increased at last very rapidly, as well as her affection for Jane; and when they parted, after assuring the latter of the pleasure it would always give her to see her either at Longbourn or Netherfield, …
“With the officers!” cried Lydia. “I wonder my aunt did not tell us of that.” “Dining out,” said Mrs. Bennet; “that is very unlucky.” “Can I have the carriage?” said Jane. “No, my dear, you had better go on horseback, because it seems likely to rain; and then you must stay all night.” …
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