Shame on Santa. He brought me new books for Christmas, but neglected to bring the shelves to put them on. That means I have to get rid of some of my existing books to make room for my new treasures. … Continue reading
I’m Giving Away Books!
Remembering Alan Rickman
Actor Alan Rickman passed away on this date in 2016. He was a beloved actor known for many roles, including the villain in the first Die Hard movie, and Professor Severus Snape in the Harry Potter movies. But I’ll always … Continue reading
Admiral Lord Nelson’s Final Journey
In a previous post (which you can read by clicking here) I talked about how long it took for news to reach England of the death of Horatio, Lord Nelson at the Battle of Trafalgar. Today marks the anniversary of … Continue reading
A Closer Look at Fitzwilliam Darcy
Hello, and happy Saturday to you!
Today I’m on the Austen Authors blog, talking about Fitzwilliam Darcy, the hero of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice.
Was Darcy a meddling busybody, as Elizabeth Bennet supposed?
Or was he just a nice guy who tried to take care of the people he loved?
Click here or on the icon below to read the post and have your share in the conversation!
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Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas! For your enjoyment, here’s a charming image of a Regency era household on Christmas morning (it’s from an old postcard). Looks like both the little girl on the balcony and the gentleman in the red coat are holding … Continue reading
My Christmas Read
My Christmas shopping is done, my house is thoroughly decorated, and the Christmas gifts I’m giving are wrapped and ready under the tree. So, this weekend, my only plan is to relax and read some heartwarming Christmas novels and stories … Continue reading
It’s Holiday Dress-Up Time!
I don’t often get the chance to dress up for an evening out, but when I do, I quite enjoy it. I have a Christmas party to attend next week that’s one of those evenings out. A special dress, my … Continue reading
Happy Thanksgiving to You and Yours!
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Lizzy Bennet’s Doppleganger
I have a short post to share with you today, and it fits in nicely with my crusade to prove that not all my time spent on the Internet is wasted time (although, admittedly, some of it is). I was … Continue reading
Should Darcy Stay . . . or Should He Go?
Good morning, and a happy Saturday to you!
Before you get too far into your day, I hope you’ll join me on the Austen Authors blog. I have a post there today about Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, and what she might have envisioned for her characters after she wrote “The End” on the last page of her manuscript.
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Nancy Lawrence 