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Marriage Settlements of the 18th century: Land, Money, or Love

If the bride has a dowry to offer, what does the gentleman have to offer? This post explores the contents of marriage settlements.

Calling Cards & Paying Calls: Social Etiquette in 18th Century

This post explores visiting card and social calling etiquette.

Teatime & Tea Etiquette

How do you take your tea? Seriously. Tea became an important cultural element in the 18th century.

Scents for the Senses: Perfumes of the 18th century

What might a hero's cologne have smelled like during the Georgian Era? Were perfumes subtle or overpowering? Let's talk about perfume!

Hygiene in the 18th Century

Splish Splash, We're Takin' A Bath! Let's talk bathing, teeth cleaning, and body hair in the Georgian Era.

Boathouses & Rowing Clubs in the 18th Century

Should a gentleman invite me for a row on the lake, I shall reply with an enthusiastic, albeit respectable, affirmative.

Entailments

Just how does an entailment work, and can it be broken?

Fetes, Samhain, and More: Autumn Traditions in the 18th Century

Did someone say trick or treat? Let's explore the autumn traditions and customs during the Georgian era.

Writing Implements of the 18th Century

Writing was a popular pastime in the 18th century, not only for novels but also for journals and letters.

Side Saddle: A Lady's Saddle in the 18th Century

How comfortable might that lady's side saddle really be?

Midwifery Herbs of the 18th Century and Beyond

When herbs were the best available medicine, how did midwives treat patients?

Bamburgh Castle: A Unique Hospital in the 18th Century

Where might you go if you you needed a smallpox inoculation?

Foundling Hospitals & Women's Homes in the 18th Century: Noach Cottage Inspiration

Supposing you're destitute after being turned out of the house: where might you go for aid?

Soundproofing Techniques in the 18th Century

Supposing a hero needed a little peace and quiet, could he soundproof his bedchamber?

Paullett Golden