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Problematic Hanoverian Monarchs, Part II

George IV (August 12, 1762 – June 26, 1830) This individual was a bit of a heavyweight, at least in health terms. George IV was the eldest child of King George III and Queen Charlotte. He led an extravagant lifestyle that contributed … Continue reading

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The House of Hanover Monarchs were Problematic

William IV (August 21, 1765 – June 20, 1837) Luke Aaron has suggested another couple of Napoleonic-era individuals who have reincarnated as Euro-skeptic politicians in the present age. I’m going to look at one of those individuals today, the other … Continue reading

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I Was Right About the Mirror Being Important

Bridgerton (Season 3, Part 2) I won’t give the game away, but, needless to say, ALL will be revealed, and I do mean ALL! (We stayed up past midnight to watch the final four episodes. Susan’s still resting now, as … Continue reading

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It is the Use of Mirrors that Shows Her True Beauty

Bridgerton (Season Three) This season has been a long time coming. They say patience is a virtue, but the fear of being single your whole life calls for desperate measures during desperate times. Taking the spotlight this season will be Penelope Featherington … Continue reading

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Episode 8: “The Viscount Who Loved Me”

Bridgerton (Season 2) Question: When is this Gentleman not a gentleman? Answer: When he falls in love with the ‘wrong’ sister. We started watching this season on Netflix last Friday night. We finished it yesterday. Where do I begin? The … Continue reading

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