Regency Men: Bob Gregson, the Lancashire Giant

Portrait of Bob Gregson

Born in 1778, Bob Gregson was billed as the Lancashire Giant while a bare-knuckle fighter and champion boxer in the early 19th century.  He would Continue

Regency Culture and Society: Etiquette and Tips and Tricks of Letter Writing

Learn the tips and tricks for the most polite letter writing, from A Treatise on Politeness, etc (1813) authored by A Lady.  For instance, use Continue

Regency Men: Nathaniel Wells

Piercefield_House, Chepstow, home of Nathaniel Wells

A few weeks ago, a reader reached out with questions about men of color in the clergy.  It was during that research, that I stumbled Continue