by Jillianne | Jul 16, 2017 | History Articles, Women's History
There are affiliate links in this post. Read my disclosure policy to learn more. July 18, 2017 marks 200 years since English novelist Jane Austen passed away at the age 41, leaving behind a collection of witty romance novels that have inspired and entertained readers...
by Jillianne | Feb 8, 2017 | History Articles
Any fan of Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice has heard of Gretna Green, the small Scottish village just beyond the English border. Spoiler: Lydia writes to her sisters, telling them Mr. Wickham is taking her to Gretna Green to be married. Turns out going to...