Circulating Libraries
A Most Affectionate Mother focuses on a circulating library–but what was it?
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Top Ten Most Random of 2025
There’s a reason the site is called ‘Random Bits of Fascination’. I’m easily fascinated by random things out there. Though you probably figured that out by now. 😉
Continue reading →A Pinch of Prestige: Regency Snuff
When we think of Regency England, we picture beautiful empire waist gowns, clever conversation, tea, and in my case dragons, many dragons. We rarely consider another fashion among the upper classes—taking snuff.
Continue reading →Remembering the Steps
So now, the big day has come, and you’ve made it to the ball. Everything is wonderful until you realize the dances are all starting to jumble together in your head. How do you possibly remember all the steps?
Continue reading →Learning to Dance–The Recency Dance Master
Given the importance of dance during the Regency era, dance instructors could play a crucial part in a young person’s social future. Professional dance masters stepped up to fill the all-important role. Who were these dance masters and how did they instruct their pupils?
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