Tag: Regency Man Monday

Regency Man Monday – Henry Vassall-Fox 3rd Baron Holland

Henry Richard Vassall-Fox, 3rd Baron Holland, of Holland, and3rd Baron Holland, of Foxley PC (21 November 1773 – 22 October 1840)Henry Richard Vassall-Fox, was an English politician and a major figure in Whig politics in the early 19th century. He was born at Winterslow House, Wiltshire, the son of Stephen Fox, 2nd Baron Holland and … Continue reading Regency Man Monday – Henry Vassall-Fox 3rd Baron Holland →

Regency Man Monday: The Poets – Samuel Taylor Coleridge

Samuel Taylor ColeridgeSamuel Taylor Coleridge (21 October 1772 – 25 July 1834) was an English poet, literary critic and philosopher who, with his friend William Wordsworth, was a founder of the Romantic Movement in England and a member of the Lake Poets. He wrote the poems The Rime of the Ancient Mariner and Kubla Khan, … Continue reading Regency Man Monday: The Poets – Samuel Taylor Coleridge →

Regency Man Monday: The Poets – Lord Byron

George Gordon Byron, 6th Baron ByronLord Byron is regarded as one of the greatest British poets and is best known for his amorous lifestyle and his brilliant use of the English language. - Biography.comShe Walks in BeautyShe walks in beauty, like the night   Of cloudless climes and starry skies;And all that’s best of dark and bright   Meet in … Continue reading Regency Man Monday: The Poets – Lord Byron →

Regency Man Monday – John Wedgwood

If I just say 'Wedgwood' what comes to mind? It's probably something like this porcelain plate. A delicate and beautiful piece of pottery or dishware.  Founded in 1759, Josiah Wedgwood and Sons specialized in fine china, porcelain, and luxury accessories. At the time Queen Charlotte fell in love with the dishware and allowed Wegewood to … Continue reading Regency Man Monday – John Wedgwood →

Regency Man Monday – Charles Babbage

Charles Babbage, FRS (26 December 1791 – 18 October 1871) was an English polymath. A mathematician, philosopher, inventor and mechanical engineer, Babbage is best remembered for originating the concept of a programmable computer. Considered a "father of the computer", Babbage is credited with inventing the first mechanical computer that eventually led to more complex designs. … Continue reading Regency Man Monday – Charles Babbage →

Regency Man Monday – John Parker, 1st Earl of Morley

Over the past few months there have been a number of news articles claiming the identity of the real Mr. Darcy. Our last Regency Man Monday was William Fitzwilliam, 4th Earl Fitzwilliam. This week we discuss John Parker, 1st Earl of Morley. I personally don't believe any one man was the influence of Mr. Darcy, … Continue reading Regency Man Monday – John Parker, 1st Earl of Morley →

Regency Man Monday – William Fitzwilliam, 4th Earl Fitzwilliam

Over the past few months there have been a number of news articles claiming the identity of the real Mr. Darcy. In our newsletter published last week I only shared the one featuring the house of the Earl of Fitzwilliam, which is currently up for sale. This is the connection with the smallest backed support, … Continue reading Regency Man Monday – William Fitzwilliam, 4th Earl Fitzwilliam →

Regency Man Monday – Rev. George Austen

It was recently brought to my attention that while I covered Jane's brothers I missed an important male member of her family, her father.(1731–1805)George was born in Tonbridge in Kent. He was one of four children of William and Rebecca Austen.  His father was a surgeon bu the family was descended from woollen manufacturers, which … Continue reading Regency Man Monday – Rev. George Austen →