Regency Era Public Schools
The public schools of Austen’s day bore little resemblance to what we expect of public schools today.
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Educating Boys: the Early Years
Today, children spend a great deal of time in formal schooling, so much so, it is hard to imagine childhood without it. But in the early 1800’s, formal schooling was far from a given for many children.
Continue reading →Some Rabbit holes lead to Mr. Darcy!
I’ve written a lot about getting lost down Research Rabbit Holes, Most of the time it’s a journey I take on my own and simply report back to you about. However, this week, another writer pointed me to this one-on that you just might want to explore, too.
Continue reading →Joining the Gentry
How did one make the transition into the gentry class?
Continue reading →The Gentlemanly Professions
What options did the younger sons of the gentry have when choosing a profession.
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