Author: Lauren Gilbert
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1463402503
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
HEYERWOOD: A Novel is a romantic historical novel, set in the Georgian/Regency period in England. The story of a woman learning to cope with power and control at a time when women traditionally had little power at all, this book may appeal to readers of history, fans of historical novels, and admirers of classic Regency novels alike. Seen in RTBOOK Reviews and JANE AUSTEN'S REGENCY WORLD> reader's review by E. Paquette "I just finished reading Heyerwood in two days and thoroughly enjoyed it! What a warm Cinderella story. Wowmy only criticism is it ended too soon!!!!!!! I want 200 more pages. I want a sequel! I really, really had a wonderful time with your book. Im waiting for the sequel"
Heyerwood: a Novel
Author: Lauren Gilbert
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1463402503
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
HEYERWOOD: A Novel is a romantic historical novel, set in the Georgian/Regency period in England. The story of a woman learning to cope with power and control at a time when women traditionally had little power at all, this book may appeal to readers of history, fans of historical novels, and admirers of classic Regency novels alike. Seen in RTBOOK Reviews and JANE AUSTEN'S REGENCY WORLD> reader's review by E. Paquette "I just finished reading Heyerwood in two days and thoroughly enjoyed it! What a warm Cinderella story. Wowmy only criticism is it ended too soon!!!!!!! I want 200 more pages. I want a sequel! I really, really had a wonderful time with your book. Im waiting for the sequel"
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1463402503
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
HEYERWOOD: A Novel is a romantic historical novel, set in the Georgian/Regency period in England. The story of a woman learning to cope with power and control at a time when women traditionally had little power at all, this book may appeal to readers of history, fans of historical novels, and admirers of classic Regency novels alike. Seen in RTBOOK Reviews and JANE AUSTEN'S REGENCY WORLD> reader's review by E. Paquette "I just finished reading Heyerwood in two days and thoroughly enjoyed it! What a warm Cinderella story. Wowmy only criticism is it ended too soon!!!!!!! I want 200 more pages. I want a sequel! I really, really had a wonderful time with your book. Im waiting for the sequel"
Elinor Fettiplace's Receipt Book
Author: Hilary Spurling
Publisher: Faber & Faber
ISBN: 9780571247332
Category : Cooking, English
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
A classic in the history of English cooking, and an extraordinarily intimate glimpse into the fabric of everyday Elizabethan life.
Publisher: Faber & Faber
ISBN: 9780571247332
Category : Cooking, English
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
A classic in the history of English cooking, and an extraordinarily intimate glimpse into the fabric of everyday Elizabethan life.
Marigold Garden
Author: Kate Greenaway
Publisher: Litres
ISBN: 5041432880
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 55
Book Description
Publisher: Litres
ISBN: 5041432880
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 55
Book Description
Castles, Customs, and Kings
Author: English Historical Fiction Authors
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780996264815
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 598
Book Description
An anthology of essays from the second year of the English Historical Fiction Authors blog, this book transports the reader across the centuries from prehistoric to twentieth century Britain. Nearly fifty different authors share the stories, incidents, and insights discovered while doing research for their own historical novels. From medieval law and literature to Tudor queens and courtiers, from Stuart royals and rebels to Regency soldiers and social calls, experience the panorama of Britain's yesteryear. Explore the history behind the fiction, and discover the true tales surrounding Britain's castles, customs, and kings.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780996264815
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 598
Book Description
An anthology of essays from the second year of the English Historical Fiction Authors blog, this book transports the reader across the centuries from prehistoric to twentieth century Britain. Nearly fifty different authors share the stories, incidents, and insights discovered while doing research for their own historical novels. From medieval law and literature to Tudor queens and courtiers, from Stuart royals and rebels to Regency soldiers and social calls, experience the panorama of Britain's yesteryear. Explore the history behind the fiction, and discover the true tales surrounding Britain's castles, customs, and kings.
The Gentleman's Daughter
Author: Amanda Vickery
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 0300177216
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 612
Book Description
Based on a study of the letters, diaries and account books of over 100 women from commercial, professional and gentry families, mainly in provincial England, this book provides an account of the lives of genteel women in Georgian times.
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 0300177216
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 612
Book Description
Based on a study of the letters, diaries and account books of over 100 women from commercial, professional and gentry families, mainly in provincial England, this book provides an account of the lives of genteel women in Georgian times.
Mother Goose or the Old Nursery Rhymes
Author: Kate Greenaway
Publisher: E-Kitap Projesi & Cheapest Books
ISBN: 6155564302
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 66
Book Description
Hark! hark! the dogs bark,The beggars are coming to town;Some in rags and some in tags,And some in a silken gown.Some gave them white bread,And some gave them brown,And some gave them a good horse-whip,And sent them out of the town.Little Jack Horner sat in the corner,Eating a Christmas pie;He put in his thumb, and pulled out a plum,And said, oh! what a good boy am I.
Publisher: E-Kitap Projesi & Cheapest Books
ISBN: 6155564302
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 66
Book Description
Hark! hark! the dogs bark,The beggars are coming to town;Some in rags and some in tags,And some in a silken gown.Some gave them white bread,And some gave them brown,And some gave them a good horse-whip,And sent them out of the town.Little Jack Horner sat in the corner,Eating a Christmas pie;He put in his thumb, and pulled out a plum,And said, oh! what a good boy am I.
Food in History
Author: Reay Tannahill
Publisher: Headline Review
ISBN: 9780747267966
Category : Dinners and dining
Languages : en
Pages : 424
Book Description
From how pepper contributed to the fall of the Roman Empire to how the turkey got its name to what cinnamon had to do with the discovery of America, this enthralling history of foods is packed with intriguing information, lore, and startling insights about how food has influenced world events. Illustrations.
Publisher: Headline Review
ISBN: 9780747267966
Category : Dinners and dining
Languages : en
Pages : 424
Book Description
From how pepper contributed to the fall of the Roman Empire to how the turkey got its name to what cinnamon had to do with the discovery of America, this enthralling history of foods is packed with intriguing information, lore, and startling insights about how food has influenced world events. Illustrations.
The Book of Hallowe'en
Author: Ruth Edna Kelley
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1387516736
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
Learn the secrets of the most frightening, fun-filled day of the year! The only day when the forces of darkness are openly celebrated, Halloween comes down to us from the strange, shrouded mists of antiquity, originating in the pagan world and the primitive ceremonies that honor Samhain, the dark, mysterious Lord of the Dead, at a time when the veil between our world and theirs is at its thinnest. The strange and weird customs and beliefs of our ancestors live again, every October 31st, in the only day of the year when it is considered okay to dress in frightening costumes, to go door to door begging, and to feast on fear. A true classic in the literature of pagan lore, you will find this book frightening, fascinating and fun!
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1387516736
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
Learn the secrets of the most frightening, fun-filled day of the year! The only day when the forces of darkness are openly celebrated, Halloween comes down to us from the strange, shrouded mists of antiquity, originating in the pagan world and the primitive ceremonies that honor Samhain, the dark, mysterious Lord of the Dead, at a time when the veil between our world and theirs is at its thinnest. The strange and weird customs and beliefs of our ancestors live again, every October 31st, in the only day of the year when it is considered okay to dress in frightening costumes, to go door to door begging, and to feast on fear. A true classic in the literature of pagan lore, you will find this book frightening, fascinating and fun!
A Fine Brush On Ivory
Author: Richard Jenkyns
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199210993
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 230
Book Description
This study delights in Jane Austen's craft and wit, revealing the subtlety, depth and innovation that lies within her writing. Richard Jenkyns explores the development of her style, storytelling and characterisation, her technical prowess, and her place in comparison with her contemporaries.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199210993
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 230
Book Description
This study delights in Jane Austen's craft and wit, revealing the subtlety, depth and innovation that lies within her writing. Richard Jenkyns explores the development of her style, storytelling and characterisation, her technical prowess, and her place in comparison with her contemporaries.
Behind Closed Doors
Author: Amanda Vickery
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780300168969
Category : England
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Using an impressive range of source materials, including literary memoirs, the transcripts of burglary trials & upholsterer's ledgers, Amanda Vickery provides a detailed insight to home life in Georgian England for a wide cross section of the society.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780300168969
Category : England
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Using an impressive range of source materials, including literary memoirs, the transcripts of burglary trials & upholsterer's ledgers, Amanda Vickery provides a detailed insight to home life in Georgian England for a wide cross section of the society.