I throw my gloves up in the air sometimes…

Source: tumblr.com via Jill on Pinterest Can you imagine throwing your gloves to tell a guy you're engaged and not having everyone else in the room look at you? Seems a little weird to me. Plus wouldn't your intended question why you would have to tell another man your engaged? While checking out some background information … Continue reading I throw my gloves up in the air sometimes… →

Jane Austen Book Club – Review

The Jane Austen Book Club is a 2007 American romantic drama film written and directed by Robin Swicord. The screenplay, adapted from the 2004 novel of the same name by Karen Joy Fowler, focuses on a book club formed specifically to discuss the six novels written by Jane Austen. As they delve into Austen's literature, … Continue reading Jane Austen Book Club – Review →

Friday Video – Why Do Old Books Smell?

From video's description on YouTube:Walk into a used bookshop and you will encounter the unique aroma of aging books. The smell is loved by some, disliked by others, but where does it come from?A physical book is full of organic material that reacts with heat, light, moisture and - mostly importantly - the chemicals used … Continue reading Friday Video – Why Do Old Books Smell? →

Follow-up Post

Nancy Kelley posted a comment on Wednesday's blog post featuring the Jane Austen Stamps. Are these actual British stamps?Yes they are!Jane Austen and Charlotte Bronte are the only two British female authors to be solely featured on stamps. I found a website with this collection information. Books and Authors on Postage StampsBelow, 1975 series of … Continue reading Follow-up Post →

Jane Austen Stamps

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What was Mr. Bennet Doing in His Library?

While doing research for a paper this weekend I found this article and just had to share it. I have a few well loved copies of books that I have made notes in, and in my literature books from college, they are filled with notes.Do you mark up your books?Jackson, H. J. "What Was Mr. … Continue reading What was Mr. Bennet Doing in His Library? →

Inveraray Castle

Heather Carroll, who blogs over at The Duchess of Devonshire's Gossip Guide to the 18th Century, got to visit Inveraray Castle. Head on over to her blog for more pictures and information on the castle.Inveraray Castle is an estate house near Inveraray in Argyll in western Scotland. It is the seat of the Duke of … Continue reading Inveraray Castle →

Duke Farms

French Garden, Duke Farms Indoor Display Gardens.An Oasis, Once Gilded, Now GreenedDuke Farms in Hillsborough, N.J., after a $45 million face-lift, has been turned into a secluded public park with a specific mission: Teach visitors to be good stewards of the environment. To read the rest of the article click here.Doris Duke (November 22, 1912 … Continue reading Duke Farms →

A little Wednesday Inspirtation from Jane

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Book Review – Jane Austen Made Me Do It

http://www.goodreads.com/book/avg_rating_widget/10285809Stories by: Lauren Willig • Adriana Trigiani • Jo Beverley • Alexandra Potter • Laurie Viera Rigler • Frank Delaney & Diane Meier • Syrie James • Stephanie Barron • Amanda Grange • Pamela Aidan • Elizabeth Aston • Carrie Bebris • Diana Birchall • Monica Fairview • Janet Mullany • Jane Odiwe • Beth … Continue reading Book Review – Jane Austen Made Me Do It →