Paullett Golden

How might we determine at a soiree if a lady is truly accomplished?

When herbs were the best available medicine, how did midwives treat patients?

Would the hero be seen as effeminate if he played music? Would the heroine be seen as masculine if she played a wind instrument?

With this glove, I challenge you to a duel at dawn! This post discusses dueling history and etiquette.

Supposing a hero needed a little peace and quiet, could he soundproof his bedchamber?

Would an aristocratic composer be socially accepted? This post explores aristocrats dipping their nibs into music composition.