Showing results for "Lady di" in Science

Discover the compelling tale of Lady Jane Grey, the English noblewoman who, despite being a great-granddaughter of Henry VII, reigned as Queen for just nine days. As the life of Edward VI, her cousin, hung in the balance, he named her his successor, bypassing his own half-sisters, Mary and Elizabeth. This decision led to Janes conviction for treason and her subsequent imprisonment in the Tower of London. Often portrayed as one of the most romantic figures in royal history, this podcast offers a comprehensive biography of the Nine Day Queen. - Summary by Lynne Thompson

A hundred years. Thousands of women. One extraordinary pond. I have learned about peacocks and terrapins, giant cobras and booming widgeons; I have heard about celebrity spottings and al-fresco lovemaking and digestive biscuits. These things make up the history of the Ladies’ Pond, but they...

The tale of The Log-Cabin Lady is a poignant chapter in Americas history. It chronicles the incredible journey of overcoming self-doubt and fear through the mastery of social grace and cultural understanding. This narrative is crafted by someone who has not only preserved the strength and authenticity of her pioneer girlhood but has also infused her story with the elegance and charm that have earned her recognition across two continents.

A murder mystery set against the backdrop of the theater on a peaceful Maine island. An intriguing whodunnit as multiple suspects emerge and the director, the district attorney and the sheriff come together to get to the bottom of the case. (Summary by Cathy Howell)

I discovered Anne Boleyn in November 2023. I wrote a book about her. ANNE BOLEYN, MOTHER OF THE NATION https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FDLSJFG9 I wrote under the pseudonym of Navalny Jones because I admire Alexei Navalny. I had to cut through a lot of propaganda to get to Anne Boleyn. I acquired skills to get past the propaganda. My book does not rely on history unless it passes the test of existential.

A mid-nineteenth century book of etiquette. (Summary by Libby Gohn)

Isabella Bird began travelling while in her early twenties to help alleviate illness that had plagued her since childhood. She was a single woman in her early forties when she made her trek through the Rocky Mountains. A Lady's Life in the Rocky Mountains details this fascinating account of her travels through a series of letters written to her sister, Henrietta. These letters are filled with beautiful, vivid descriptions of the scenery, the people she encountered, the way of life, and a mountain man named Jim Nugent, that was as rough as they come, but a complete gentleman with Ms. Bird. She ...

Published in 11 issues between 1760 and 1761 and believed largely to be written and edited by Charlotte Lennox (it was marketed as “by the Author of The Female Quixote“), the Lady’s Museum educated and informed its readership through a variety of media including science, satire, letters to and from the editor, poetry, translation, history, philosophy, geography, travel writing, educational treatises, and the first serialized novel, _The History of Harriot and Sophia_, which Lennox would later publish as the novel _Sophia_. (Summary by Kelly Plante)

Published in 11 issues between 1760 and 1761 and believed largely to be written and edited by Charlotte Lennox (it was marketed as “by the Author of The Female Quixote“), the Lady’s Museum educated and informed its readership through a variety of media including science, satire, letters to and from the editor, poetry, translation, history, philosophy, geography, travel writing, educational treatises, and the first serialized novel, _The History of Harriot and Sophia_, which Lennox would later publish as the novel _Sophia_. - Summary by Kelly Plante

Zola's original French publication, Au Bonheur des Dames ("The Ladies' Delight"), published 1882, is the eleventh novel in his Rougon-Macquart series. This English translation by Ernest Alfred Vizetelly, was published in 1886. It's a glitzy, fast paced Parisian drama depicting life at the world's first department store, revealing its many innovative marketing concepts, fashion, glamour, lust, greed, courage, deception, human foibles, and the vision and financial risk-taking that led to a world transformation in shopping -- one that set all the little shop keepers on their heads. All this is ...

"The spark of this play is introduced with as much agility and life as he brought with him from France, and as much humour as I could bestow upon him in England. But he uses the advantages of a learned education, a ready fancy, and a liberal fortune, without the circumspection and good sense which should always attend the pleasures of a gentleman; that is to say, a reasonable creature. Thus he makes false love, gets drunk, and kills his man; but in the fifth Act awakes from his debauch, with the compunction and remorse which is suitable to a man's finding himself in a gaol for the death of his...

Lady Lydiard has an uncomfortable bit of business to settle, and intends to do so with a five hundred pound note. But just as she is about to complete the letter with which she is to send the note off, an emergency occurs in the house, and for a little while everyone is preoccupied - be it with the sick dog Tommie, the management of the house, or a kindling love. But when everything settles down again, the note is missing. Who took it? - Summary by Carolin

Here is the astonishing true story of Ruth Harkness, the Manhattan bohemian socialite who, against all but impossible odds, trekked to Tibet in 1936 to capture the most mysterious animal of the day: a bear that had for countless centuries lived in secret in the labyrinth of lonely cold mountains...

"When two friends and myself resolved, in the summer of 1868, to absent ourselves for a year from home, for the purpose of visiting [the Holy Land] great was the consternation expressed by our friends at the idea of three ladies venturing on so lengthened a pilgrimage alone.... But for what reason? The means of communication are now so much improved, the art of providing for a traveller's comfort is carried to such perfection, that any woman of ordinary prudence (without belonging to the class called strong-minded) can find little difficulty in arranging matters for her own convenience. And if...

In a striking yellow boudoir, a mysterious woman is discovered murdered. Who is she, and what secrets does her past hold? Join Detective Absalom Gebb as he delves into a web of intrigue and deception to uncover the truth. (Introduction by MaryAnn)

The Lady from Nowhere by Fergus Hume. The Lady from Nowhere by Fergus Hume is a thrilling mystery novel that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. The story follows the mysterious Lady Maitland as she arrives in a small English village and quickly becomes entangled in a web of intrigue and deception. Hume does a masterful job of building suspense and creating a sense of foreboding throughout the novel. The plot is full of unexpected twists and turns that will keep readers guessing until the very end. The characters are well-developed and engaging, and the setting ...

‘The Pretty Lady’ stands as one of Bennetts most insightful yet overlooked works. It tells the compelling story of Christine, a French prostitute who has fled the chaos of wartime Ostend to forge a new life in London. Rather than seeking sympathy, Christine embodies self-sufficiency, practicality, and resilience. She is not a predatory figure lurking for vulnerable soldiers but a savvy entrepreneur making the most of her circumstances. Her primary connection is with G.J. Hoape, a wealthy man beyond the militarys reach. Through this narrative, Bennett paints a haunting portrait of a wartime...

In Lost Lady, young Niel Herbert finds himself captivated by the enchanting Marian Forrester, the alluring wife of a railroad magnate. However, when he uncovers her affair with another man, his admiration shatters, leading him to question everything he once believed in about her and the ideals she embodied. Content warning includes one use of the N-word. - Summary by Rob Marland

Have you ever struggled to explain the wonders of nature, like earthquakes and volcanoes, to your children? Look no further! Madam How and Lady Why offers engaging and informative insights into natural phenomena, presented in a way thats perfect for young minds. Originally published in 1869, this timeless book is a treasure trove of knowledge that has been included in the Ambleside homeschooling list. Join us on a journey of discovery as we explore the fascinating answers to the questions your kids are eager to ask. (Summary by Nadine)

After a heart-wrenching love affair in England, Lady Bridget OHara seizes the opportunity to escape to colonial Australia as the companion to Lady Rosamund Tallant, the wife of the newly-appointed governor of Leichardts Land. In Leichardts Town, Bridget—affectionately known as Biddy—reunites with her old friend Joan Gildea, a special correspondent for The Imperialist newspaper. It is during this visit that Biddy encounters Colin McKeith, a rugged Scottish-born pioneer and multifaceted man—drover, miner, occasional politician, and magistrate. Drawn together by their contrasting worlds, ...