Imagine being born during a time when people weren’t aware of different illnesses and health conditions as they are today. Imagine not having anywhere to go for an analysis of what’s even wrong. Samuel Johnson (no, not Jackson) was born in 1709. His mother birthed him at the age of 40 and worries were consuming…
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Busy nothings. Ah yes, I can relate. Jane Austen peered down at criticism with witty remarks and respectful patience. Her soul was that of a romantic, but her desire to mark her place in this world with her artistic tension consumed what little left of her soul was remaining. Jane was born in 1775 to…
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“Psst. Carrots! Hey, Carrots!” Please don’t throw a slate at the computer. That wouldn’t benefit anyone guys! One of my favorite film series as a young child, later, becoming one of my favorite books is Anne of Green Gables. What an endearing, idealistic classic. Have you ever wondered about the woman who wrote this timeless…
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Wow. Can I just say it again? Wow. Mary Shelley is a marvel! This lady had quite the life. All of which I can’t fit into this blog post, as I know about 98% of the readers would feel defeated just seeing how lengthy the post turned out. Alas, I felt the need to just…
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Edith Wharton. What a name eh? Before you look her up, let me impart a few fun facts I found compelling! Now, I’ve loved books as long as I can remember, but I don’t recall walking around at 4 years old telling family and friends entertaining, lengthy, detailed stories I made up, which is exactly…
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