19th-century Stories

A fearless socialist and an ambitious aristocratic politician become bitter enemies in Victorian London, but as their battle over the future of England intensifies, so does the impossible attraction neither can afford to acknowledge. *** London, 1891. When socialist Beatrice Vale disrupts a parliamentary debate, she earns a powerful enemy in Lord Adrian Whitcombe, Viscount Alden, a young, ambitious politician with a distaste for disruption and an unwavering belief in order. Bea is fearless, outspoken, and determined to change Britain. Adrian is disciplined, composed, and equally determined to preserve it. Their bitter feud soon spreads beyond Westminster, drawing them into public debates, newspaper columns, glittering drawing rooms, and the darkest streets of the East End. But with every clash, the line between animosity and attraction begins to blur. As their convictions are tested, so too are the hearts neither of them ever intended to risk.

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A guide to Regency England for readers of classic literature or historical fiction set in the early 19th century. England, as it was in the early 1800's, can sometimes be as confusing to a modern reader as travelling to a foreign country. Their clothes, manners, methods of transport, money and even some words they used can be unfamiliar to us today. I hope this book will grow into a helpful source of reference for any reader who is exploring the classic authors, like Jane Austen and Maria Edgeworth, or enjoying the wide range of early 19th century set historical stories found here at Wattpad.

Henry Wright receives a distressing series of letters from his cousin, Clara Marie, who lives in Paris. She is being hunted by a "killer of killers" known famously as The Guillotine Man. Her letters describe in horrific detail how she attempts to evade her pursuer. As he reads, however, he discovers that there is no escaping the judgment of the guillotine.

he detailed openwork carving of birds, foliage, and floral motifs are truly outstanding for their masterful craftsmanship in serious Chinese styling, as influenced by Chippendale revival design, East and West blend seamlessly.

The portrait shown on the cover of the book, painted by Johann Peter Krafft in 1816, shows a Princess of Salerno, with her golden hair and blue eyes-details of which are shown in the other portraits of the princess. The portrait is perhaps one of the most well-known things about her; for, society has long forgotten about the interesting life of the princess. What remains now are portraits and photographs. Maria Clementina's life began in turmoil. Her father the Emperor lost his empire in 1806. Her marriage was apart of a plan to help strengthen the relationship between Austria and Naples. She saw the world change. After her death in 1881, she left behind an intriguing story that has been left alone for more than a century.

After having crashed his carriage into a ditch, a man hoping to find help along a path in the woods encounters instead an odd, out-of-place fellow that agrees to help him. Maybe.

I felt like writing poems cause I thought it would help me feel better about myself. 6 sentences only

Despite living thirty miles from London, Anabelle Latimer knows her chances of finding a husband in their sleepy village are as thin as cook's white soup. Then she discovers a kindred spirit in Mr. Fielding, the intelligent and handsome new steward from Blackwood Hall. It was a great shame that his position in life was so below her own, for he was exactly the sort of man she would have wished to marry. Anthony Fielding, tired of being the target of the ton's marriage-minded mothers, hopes to spend a relaxing week shooting and fishing in the country. Yet upon his arrival at Blackwood Hall he discovers an estate in chaos, and a friend in desperate need of help. He is quick to offer his knowledge and expertise, unaware that his generosity will have unexpected repercussions. The Steward of Blackwell Hall is a traditional Regency romance of approximately 66,000 words.

Despite being raised by:gold, silver, luxuries,Audrey celebrates her 17th birthday on a dilapidated island as her family ends up bankrupt. With ancestors that stole treasures from a witch that exists on the island, Audrey must pay ,unwillingly, the ultimate price for her ancestors faults…Struggling to survive the witches revenge, Audrey must form a contract with a devious demon named Dantalion to save the ones she loves from getting hurt. Despite being hurt herself by the people she loved.

Gloria Browne and Edmund Frost, two different souls, two different lives. What happens when they cross paths. Something blooms inside her heart but what about him? ~~~ Gloria is a commoner girl trying to chase her dream of becoming an accomplished artist. Edmund, marques Frost's son and heir is an arrogant and cold hearted man who will not even spare a second glance at her. Until an unfortunate event starts to bring them closer.

A gunpowder fantasy inspired by Paul "Cataphrak" Wang's Infinity novels (Sabers of Infinity, Guns of Infinity and Lords of Infinity). Currently a work in progress.

The Victorian Nest of Tables Trio Circa 1860 is more than just a piece of furniture it's a conversation piece that reflects history, artistry, and enduring style. These tables serve multiple purposes, from side tables in a sitting area to elegant stands for décor pieces or afternoon tea service.

Two girls were abruptly brought to another world, set in the Victorian era, as they were dying on Earth. They come to know that magic exists there, so they plan on training to keep getting stronger. While on their adventures, they encounter other people, including the two princes of a kingdom, who join their party. War is inevitable. Will they be able to achieve victory? Will people accept two frail-looking girls to be their saviors? A story full of fun, tragic, action-packed, and devastating events unfold. Stay tuned~★

Charlie's older sister tries to right charlie a dairy when charlie is little so when charlie grows up she knows how to be a big sister to here little brother Toby and to not get in trouble

WHEN AN UNLIKELY SUITOR.... The Earl of Stokeford is hardly a man of amiable disposition and social graces. He scowls whenever he pleases, becomes rude at any time convenient for him, and worse, has a regrettable tendency to scare ladies out of their wits. Therefore, it is a most astonishing thing indeed when, upon laying eyes on the beautiful Miss Sophie Winscott, he decides to embark on a courtship... Except, of course, the hapless peer knows nothing in the matters of romance...until he receives help from an unlikely quarter. MEETS AN EAGER MATCHMAKER Then enter Miss Winscott's cousin, the vivacious Caroline Davis, who oddly gets along well with the slightly waspish Earl. Determined to help, Caroline endeavours to make a match of the two. But for all her enthusiasm, she can't help but be drawn to the troubled lord... and things start to get a little tangled from there.

After two seasons of successfully escaping engagement, Eloise Bridgerton is confident she can make it through a third without too much of a fuss, and more certain than ever that she does not want a husband. But when she meets a mysterious woman on the first night of the season, Eloise will be forced to stop focusing on what she doesn't want if she is to have any chance of figuring out what she does want. -- This is a Bridgerton fic, but if you aren't familiar with the show, you shouldn't have a hard time following along, I do not borrow from the show's plot much at all, and there's been a significant time jump since season 1 of the show.