Regency Era - Ellie Dashwood

Is Reading Classic Books a Waste of Time? Maybe

by Ellie Dashwood | Last updated Dec 8, 2020 | Published on Dec 25, 2020 | Literature, History, Regency Era, Victorian Era

So, is reading classic books a waste of time? Since I’m a classic literature and history YouTuber, you might expect me to say, “No. You should definitely read classics. You’re dumb and have horrible taste otherwise. Here’s a list of the 100...

Why Is Elizabeth Bennet So Poor? Doweries Explained

by Ellie Dashwood | Last updated Dec 10, 2020 | Published on Dec 18, 2020 | Regency Era, Historical Fiction, History, Literature, Uncategorized, Victorian Era

How many times in Pride and Prejudice does Mrs. Bennet shriek: “Mr. Bennet, my poor nerves!”? What on earth happened to her nerves? Well, probably lots of things. But foremost on her mind was that she had five single daughters to marry off before...

What if Pride and Prejudice Ended Differently? Unequal Affections Book Review

by Ellie Dashwood | Last updated Nov 30, 2020 | Published on Dec 4, 2020 | Book Review, Historical Fiction, History, Literature, Regency Era

Unequal Affections: A Pride and Prejudice RetellingAuthor: Lara S. Ormiston Published: 2014 Genre: Historical Fiction Pages 353 Rating: ★★★★★ Buy A Copy Okay, can I start this review by saying how much I love Unequal Affections? Is that even allowable in the book...

10 Signs You’re An Austenite

by Ellie Dashwood | Last updated Nov 30, 2020 | Published on Nov 27, 2020 | Historical Fiction, History, Literature, Regency Era

Does your passion for Jane Austen’s masterpieces overflow? Do you ardently admire and love Pride and Prejudice and never wish to be parted from it from this day forward? Then definitely check out these ten relatable Austenite signs. Pride and Prejudice 1995 1....

The Painter’s Daughter by Julie Klassen Explores Charm vs Character in Love

by Ellie Dashwood | Last updated Nov 30, 2020 | Published on Oct 26, 2020 | Book Review, Historical Fiction, History, Literature, Regency Era

The Painter's Daughter by Julie KlassenPublished: 2015 Genre: Clean Regency Romance Pages 464 Rating: ★★★★ Buy A Copy The Story In Regency England, Sophie Dupont feels sure that handsome, wealthy Wesley Overtree will marry her when she tells him about their child. As...

Why is Mr. Darcy So Rich? Regency Economics 101

by Ellie Dashwood | Last updated Jul 12, 2021 | Published on Oct 12, 2020 | Literature, History, Regency Era

Mr. Darcy, even those who have never read or watched Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice recognize his name. Mr. Darcy is handsome, dashing—and world-renowned for being incredibly wealthy. But have you ever wondered, why is he so rich? How did he get all that...