#elizabethan II era

[thepastisalreadywritten]

Queen Elizabeth II's Funniest Moments

11 September 2022

Her Majesty The Queen has died.

Her many happy memories will live long with us all. It's hard to pick only top 10.

—

Elizabeth II

(21 April 1926 – 8 September 2022)

[little-candy-store-of-horrors]

As promised,,,,, I think Philip and Mary would be overwhelmed by the amount of love they are getting on this post 🫶 thank you for 500+ notes you gothy FREAKS 🖤🕷️🩸😘

[peterlorrefanpage]

"Inn" with Peter Lorre-inspired character

Please accept my unrepentant moshing together of Edmund Blackadder II and Peter Lorre as "Poffy" to entice you into my AU Elizabethan era fic, "Inn."

Chapter 28 has dropped.

M/M explicit, humor, fluff, romance, intrigue, etcetera!

(Peter Lorre picture from the television show Producers Showcase: "Reunion in Vienna," April 4, 1955.)

[nerd6log]

Six Idiots x Blackadder II

Ben as Prince Edmund

Larry as Baldrick

Martha as Queeny

Simon as Lord Percy Percy

Jim as Flash because I think he would ace the whole "I've got a plan and it's also hot as my pants!" " Woof!"

Matt as Lord Melchett?

Obviously Blackadder doesnt need a remake but I'm watching Bill and I had 2 minutes of fun assigning the six idiots these roles in my head 🤣

[butchhamlet]

some reasons you should watch abigail thorn’s “the prince”

i mean, reasons beyond “it’s about trans women in a shakespeare multiverse and abigail thorn plays hotspur.” because--do you need more? but i have more to say, so i’m going to say it.

1. the exploration of the conflation of death and transition. i think trans people are in the habit of pushing back against the idea that transition is any sort of metaphorical death, because so many cis people say shit about feeling like they’ve lost a son/daughter/brother/sister/niece/nephew/gendered acquaintance/etc. but in truth, taking the plunge in deciding to transition, or deciding even to be honest with yourself about your transness, can look and feel a lot like a death, even if it’s a death that’s necessary for a rebirth (something thorn & other trans writers have touched on before). i can’t cite specific parts because spoilers but just trust me that this does a lot with that that made me want to put my head in my hands and scream

2. the interaction with manhood in the history plays. the henriad is incredibly concerned with what it means to be a man the right way--richard ii’s effeminacy assayed against bolingbroke’s stubborn strength; hotspur’s yearning for glory and love of war tied to his destructive masculinity and abhorrence of the feminine; hal’s gendernonconformity through use of language more often than weapons; henry v’s presentation of the english as a virile “band of brothers” identified in contrast to the foppish french dandies. the way this play examines gender--womanhood, manhood, masculinity, femininity, structural misogyny--is fucking delicious in that context, particularly in that the play turns hotspur’s obsession with masculine glory into something of a defense mechanism, as hotspur strives to be the person northumberland and worcester and kate percy expect. (ALSO THE COSTUMING. AND THE SWORD. AND THE DOUBLE-CASTING. AND THE SYMBOLISMS. FABULOUS.)

3. interaction with 1H4 in general. the way thorn cut up this play and rearranged it. i couldn’t go two minutes without turning to my friend and hissing, “this is a line from the real play! except in context it doesn’t go here!” and then gasping over how shifting the context, length, or speaker of speeches brought new aspects of both works to light. ALSO? SO MANY SPEECHES/SCENES IN SHAKESPEAREAN VERSE THAT WERE NOT IN THE ORIGINAL PLAY AT ALL. WHICH MEANS THIS WOMAN WAS JUST WRITING RAW IAMBIC PENTAMETER. LIKE, CONVINCING ELIZABETHAN-ERA IAMBIC PENTAMETER. WHAT. (also also! you don’t have to be a shakespeare nerd to enjoy this play, but if you like iambic pentameter jokes, boy howdy have i got good news for you!)

4. that said, it’s accessible to non-shakespeare-superfans, too! if you don’t know much about the histories, or if you struggle to comprehend shakespeare, don’t fear! the play is doing more than just riffing on shakespeare. it’s at least 50% modern speech, and the switches from one dialect to another tend to come at the most destabilizing and thus hilarious (or gutting) moments. there’s one particular modern-language-paraphrase of a specific 1H4 speech that i haven’t stopped thinking about since i saw it, because it’s the perfect balance of comedic and agonizing.

5. trans people. not just transgender shakespeare characters, but also modern-day trans women! i love that we get both original trans characters and shakespearean characters hit with the transgenderification beam, and i love how many trans people there are; it allows for a more thorough exploration of identity, and also so many good fucking jokes.

6. prince hal is gay for real. not sure i need to say much else about this

7. who doesn’t want to listen to abigail thorn recite shakespeare? not even just 1H4! but i shan’t say more, because oh, baby, that one’s gotta hit organically.

you can read more about it here if you’re not yet convinced, but come on. if you like shakespeare, or if you like art about gender and transness and narratives and confinement and freedom, or, hell, if you like seeing women with swords, i literally don’t know what to tell you i don’t know why you’re still reading this go watch the prince come on now

[littlegirlwiththeblueribbon]

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Jarman's early life and career

Derek Jarman, born on January 31, 1942, navigated his formative years during what he later described as a 'grey decade' in the 1950s. The dullness of his surroundings, such as the monotony of his school uniform and the lacklustre broadcast television of the time, shaped his early perceptions of normative British culture, and contributed to his career as an artist. In an attempt to avoid the dreary environment provoked by adherence to English traditions, Jarman spent a lot of time in art studios, where he found a profound love of art.

In an interview, Jarman mentioned that he knew he was queer as a young boy. The criminalization of homosexuality made it very challenging for him to be open about his sexual orientation during his adolescence and young adulthood. Homosexual acts were legalized in Britain in 1967, when Jarman was 25. This marked a significant milestone in gay liberation, however, this progress was made complicated by the subsequent era of Thatcherism (1979-1989).

Jarman was starkly and openly opposed to Margaret Thatcher's conservative government, and he considered her his enemy. Many of Jarman's film's portray Thatcher as a monstrous figure, and much of his art was a rebellion against the heteronormativity and homophobia emblematic of the Thatcher government.

Jarman's bold stance against Thatcherism persisted throughout her tenure as Prime Minister, and he found satisfaction in witnessing her fall from power in 1989. His life and art were inextricably linked to the sociopolitical landscape, making him a trailblazer in the fight for queer visibility and rights in a conservative era.

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1978: Jubilee

Derek Jarman embarked on the creation of his avant-garde cinematic venture, Jubilee, amidst the tumultuous backdrop of London during the spring to summer of 1977. This period, marked by Queen Elizabeth II's Silver Jubilee and the controversial release of the Sex Pistols' single "God Save the Queen," inadvertently positioned Jubilee as the inaugural British punk feature film. The film unfolds as a quasi-documentary, blurring the lines between reality and invention, responding creatively and critically to the burgeoning punk scene in 1970s London. Jarman's distinctive approach, characterized by a script resembling a dense scrapbook and casting drawn from his social circles, aligns with his broader artistic methodology.

Structured as a collage, Jarman described Jubilee as "parochial, too particular, juvenilia, and at times silly." The film's unconventional nature contributed to mixed reviews upon its February 1978 release. Figures like Adam Ant expressed initial embarrassment, and Siouxsie Sioux dismissed it as 'hippy trash'. Vivienne Westwood, a punk icon, went further by openly criticizing the film on a T-shirt, denouncing it as the "most boring and disgusting film" she had ever seen. While accusations swirled that Jordan's character, 'Amyl Nitrate,' was a satirical jab at Westwood, the critique resonated on the theme of self-indulgence in Jarman's work.

Jubilee provocatively features a distant and desolate Queen Elizabeth II, left for dead on a derelict site, an object of fleeting curiosity for the time-traveling Queen Elizabeth I. This irreverent treatment aligns with Jarman's disdain for the modern British royal family. The film's audacious portrayal of the 'New Elizabethan' age prompts reflection on Jarman's motivations to desecrate the reigning monarch. A plausible explanation lies in the film's engagement with the 1950s celebration of the New Elizabethan age, intertwined with a resurgence of social conservatism and sexual repression. The official 'Moral Rearmament' campaign in 1950s Britain, framed as a post-World War II moral cleanup, provides a backdrop for Jarman's subversive exploration of sexual morality and family values. In Jubilee, pretentiousness becomes a deliberate choice, prompting viewers to confront societal norms and Jarman's challenging, avant-garde vision.

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1979: The Tempest

Jarman's 1979 adaptation of Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' serves as a unique exploration of the classic Renaissance revenge play. Created before the onset of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, the film not only anticipates but also reflects Jarman's distinct political and activist viewpoints that he continued to convey through his art, even after his diagnosis. Diverging from mainstream media norms, Jarman's low-budget approach and traditional use of "masters, mid-shots, and close-ups" distinguish his adaptation.

This rendition of 'The Tempest' showcases Jarman's bold choices, including the introduction of a same-sex relationship between Prospero and Ariel, a thematic decision that resonates with his intended audience — members of the British counterculture, particularly punk and queer communities. Departing from the traditional Shakespearean adaptations of its time, Jarman's manipulation of the original script involved rearranging and omitting sections, creating a distinctive cinematic experience.

Critics have praised the film as an "outrageously invigorating breath of fresh air" in stark contrast to the "stale, safe atmosphere" of the BBC Shakespeare productions. Jarman's fearless deviation from societal norms, evident in his reshaping of this classic piece of British literature, becomes a potent political statement, cementing his role as a boundary-pushing artist unafraid of challenging conventions.

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1984: GBH Series 

In 1984, Derek Jarman's installation at the Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA) in London marked the apex of his fascination with apocalyptic themes. By revisiting and reshaping Christian notions of apocalypse, he aimed to challenge the repressive sexual climate in British culture. Jarman, known for critically engaging with contemporary threats like the AIDS epidemic, nuclear weapons, and environmental devastation, consistently viewed these issues through an apocalyptic prism. Jarman never specified what the acronym GBH stood for, however he did state that it means “whatever you want it to: grievous bodily harm, great British horror, gargantuan bloody H-bomb.”.

The GBH series comprises six monumental works. Displayed in a contemplative space within the ICA, these towering pieces, reaching almost three metres in height, featured a map of Britain painted in acrylic. Swirls of charcoal, gold, and fiery red pigment enveloped the map, creating a visually striking effect. Executed on a hand-laminated base constructed from linen layered with torn newspaper saturated in glue, the dense and undulating surface added complexity, obscuring the aerial view of Britain. The visual elements evoked imagery of smoke, flames, and burning, presenting viewers with a visceral vision of apocalypse. Circles inscribed over each map, reminiscent of wartime bombing sights, further contributed to the overall impression.

Jarman's inspiration for the series arose from his observation of Britain's shape in an atlas, noting its resemblance to an H-bomb explosion, reinforcing the apocalyptic interpretation of the artwork. By showcasing these artworks, he highlights a specific juncture in Northern Ireland and the political history of the UK, emphasizing the parallels between the political struggles of that time and the present.

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Eddie Redmayne: 'I'm on my way to the present'

His versatility and his acting skills make Eddie Redmayne one of the most sought-after stars of his generation. In an interview, the GQ Man of the Year 2022 talks about effort, success and love for his job. 

Eddie Redmayne is an Oscar winner, art historian, Hollywood star, fashion model, family man, true gentleman and "GQ Man of the Year 2022". The 40-year-old Briton's versatility is hard to grasp. He knows how to use this excellently for his career and his way of life. If you listen carefully, you can learn from Redmayne how to find yourself. 

By Ulf Pape

December 23, 2022

An excellent British gentleman

Eddie Redmayne also proves what an excellent British gentleman he is in a digital space like our zoom interview. Right at the beginning of the call, he remembers our last encounter a few years ago in London, a shoot for GQ. “It was in this incredible house. It was beautiful,” he says, beaming. 

The screen he's sitting across from you on is the same screen that showed him playing a serial killer yesterday. Eddie Redmayne has never been seen so dark in film. The Good Nurse tells the true story of male nurse Charles Cullen, who poisoned at least 29 patients in New Jersey between 1988 and 2002. As so often, Redmayne is hardly recognizable in the role of the supposedly caring caretaker. The range of his acting skills makes him the unpredictable on Hollywood's A-list. (Also read: These were the 2022 GQ Men of the Year Awards )

Redmayne went to college with Prince William 

The beautiful house Redmayne is talking about is in Fitzroy Square, a hidden square where personalities like the writer Virginia Woolf and the director Guy Ritchie lived. The townhouses on Fitzroy Square impress with their Georgian architecture typical of London.

Redmayne is well versed in the styles of bygone eras. He studied art history at Cambridge. Previously, he was at the famous Eton College with Prince William in the same year. He says he was so enthusiastic about the house when he was shooting because he was buying an old house from the 18th century at the time in order to extensively restore it. His family is growing. He and his wife now have two children – and the new house has been restored. 

There Redmayne is now sitting in front of an old, large lattice window with red velvet curtains. The window offers a view of a treetop and a weathered brick wall. It looks British and cosy. Doesn't he lose himself in the restoration as a studied art historian? "No, not at all," says Redmayne. “I approach renovation in a similar way to acting. You peel off one layer at a time to find out what the real core is. That's what I enjoyed so much about this house because it's steeped in history. My wife and I delved deeply into the era and tried to bring the building back to the roots of its time.”

 At that precise moment, our conversation is interrupted by the ringing of a bell, which really sounds like it's off the 18th century. It's Redmayne's daughter who wants to know something about her papa. 

"I'm on my way to the present"

The room Redmayne is sitting in could easily be the office of Newt Scamander, the wizard Redmayne plays in the Harry Potter spin-off Fantastic Beasts. He laughs at the question of sharing the house with Scamander. "Yes, it's a bit spooky here." He spent a long period of his career in the Middle Ages, playing 13th-century monks, Shakespeare's Richard II at the theatre, spent whole years in the Elizabethan era.

"At least I worked my way into the early 20th century with Newt Scamander and into the 60s with 'The Trial of the Chicago 7'. With 'The Good Nurse' I finally arrived in the early 2000s. I'm on my way to the present. All I need now is contemporary drama.” 

In all likelihood, however, Newt Scamander will be with him for quite some time. Since 2016, Redmayne has been the center of the blockbuster franchise, which has now brought in almost two billion euros with its three parts. Two more parts could come. With such a contract in your pocket, designed for almost ten years, you can not only plan a career in a relaxed manner, but your whole life. 

Eddie Redmayne on "The Good Nurse" 

Redmayne's involvement in "Fantastic Beasts" not only gives him security - a rare commodity for an actor. It also gives him the freedom to take on roles that stand out artistically, theatrically, and dramaturgically. Compared to all his historical roles, "The Good Nurse" was a total contrast in terms of costume alone. All he had to do was put on a shirt and a nursing tunic. 

The greatest contrast, however, is that Redmayne plays a deeply cruel human being for the first time. Has switching to the side of evil intimidated him? He says he didn't know the story of the murdering nurse. “As I read the script, I found him to be incredibly caring, gentle, and empathetic. Then, when you slowly learn how monstrous he really is, the story overwhelms you.” What fascinated him was not so much the cruelty that he had to portray, but rather the heroic story that lies in the material. It's the story of the nurse who discovered Charles Cullen, Amy Loughren. "I got to know her. She is an amazing woman. She was able to do as an individual what the health system couldn't. That fascinated me.Stephen King has been watching this Netflix series for weeks and you should too ) 

How Redmayne prepared for his role as a serial killer

Indeed, The Good Nurse comes at a time when the vulnerabilities of healthcare in a number of countries have been exposed by the pandemic. The financial pressure that privatized hospitals are under creates a system of insecurity in “The Good Nurse” – precisely where people are hoping for medical rescue, for healing. 

“The Good Nurse” was directed by the Dane Tobias Lindholm, who has already provided complex analyzes of our present with films such as “Die Kommune” or “A War”, for which he wrote the screenplay. A War was nominated for an Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film in 2016. "The Good Nurse" should also appear as a favorite in the coming season of the big award ceremonies, at least the acting performances of Jessica Chastain in the role of Amy Loughren and Redmayne's performance are pure Oscar material.

In preparation for the role, Redmayne dug deep into Charles Cullen's biography, sifted through whatever material was available, studied photographs, read psychological reports, unearthed other primary sources, even worked with a dance choreographer to create the Body language developed for the role. 

Redmayne on his eyes in "The Good Nurse"

Just what Redmayne conveys through his eyes in the role of Cullen could fill entire acting seminars. He himself calls Cullen's gaze a kind of dissociation between the caring nurse and the cold-blooded killer. Redmayne can talk at length about how he acquired the look. "It kept me from sleeping at night. Everyone who has met Cullen has told me that there was something wrong with his eyes.”

Redmayne says he tried to move his one eye detached from the other in front of the mirror. 

Training your own body to speak such complex languages ​​and letting them speak is what distinguishes Redmayne. His portrayal of the critically ill astrophysicist Stephen Hawking earned him an Oscar in 2015 at the age of just 33. A year later, the Academy also nominated him for an Academy Award for his title role in the film The Danish Girl, about transgender artist Lili Elbe who underwent gender reassignment surgery in the 1920s. 

Is the deep preparation of the roles Redmayne's secret of success? No, it is the security of being able to rely on yourself. "What I really love about acting is the research I do for a role and then scrap it. Nobody cares about your homework.”

Redmayne on ups and downs

What should also make his career so successful is his passion for theatre. Redmayne was eleven when he first took the stage in London's West End, for a tiny role in a major production of the musical Oliver!. It was directed by Sam Mendes, who later directed several Bond films.

Redmayne had exactly one sentence to say. But for this sentence, he says beaming today, he was allowed to leave the math class, leave his friends behind at school, take the tube alone across London to the Palladium Theater and step onto the stage. 

"Walking through the stage doors of the Palladium is like entering a fantasy world." What struck him at the time was the seriousness with which all the costume designers, wig makers and make-up artists worked together to create this fantasy world. Even then, he understood that he had discovered his passion here. “You can go through a lot of ups and downs in this industry, and you can lose your love for it. But when I was back on stage in London last year, the eleven-year-old in me was just as happy as I was back then.” It is at this point that Redmayne comes full circle that defines his ability: to follow his passion and generate self-confidence from it , which brings him to brilliant performances. Or just to be with yourself when you have all your knowledge, throws all his preparations upside down again and again. "At some point I'll be standing across from Jessica on the set and I've internalized all the preparations. But then I actually only react to my counterpart.”

What makes his success 

Redmayne comes from an upper-class family in London. The path into art is more of a special path there. His father Richard Redmayne can look back on a 50-year career in the Financial District. His brothers are also businessmen. Eddie stayed true to the theater even while attending the most prestigious schools in the country, worked part-time in a pub, shared an apartment with Jamie Dornan, graced campaigns for houses like Burberry as a model, and he spent more or less work-intensive phases in Los Angeles , in which he became friends with colleagues such as Andrew Garfield. If you look back on his unconventional career today, he has always been one thing: the unpredictable. 

Redmayne landed international roles in her early 20s, for example directing Robert De Niro in "The Good Shepherd" or alongside Cate Blanchett in "Elizabeth: The Golden Age". But the real breakthrough came with the worldwide hit "Les Misérables". Then came the big leading roles, the awards, theater and musical performances on Broadway or in London's West End - and of course the mammoth role of Newt Scamander. To this day, he regularly appears on theater stages. "Which also means a physical exertion, working six nights a week, not losing your voice, not touching alcohol, not being able to put the kids to bed." When asked about his busy work, he laughs and says: " I'm happy that I give the impression that I work so much". 

With the subway through New York

Even if the slender Brit with the red hair is so keen on that Redmayne is sometimes flown in by helicopter to appointments, even in London he mostly travels by tube. Since he already talked about encounters with fans in the underground train in our first interview, we are talking about it again today. Of course, he says, he still takes the tube, otherwise you wouldn't get anywhere in London. 

When he lived in an apartment in New York City with his wife and children for the filming of "The Good Nurse" last year, didn't he also take the subway there? "Yes, of course! I love the subway in New York. We were there at the time when life was just getting back to normal after winter lockdown. I was sitting in the crowded train with my son on my lap, who was three years old. When I looked away for a moment, he was licking the steamed up windows.” 

Redmayne bursts out laughing. "Oh god, really? Have we been taking every possible precaution for months now to have you lick the windows here? But no, of course everything was okay.”

On the pitfalls of a “cosmetic life”

Redmayne has some thoughts on the subject of locomotion. "I think sometimes with all that work comes a lot of appointments that you get picked up for, you get driven around, you end up in incredible places... And it can all become a kind of cosmetic life." 

If you're not in control of it keep, says Redmayne, it can quickly feel like living for others. It's not real anymore. "That's why I ride the subway. Because then I see how the world is connected. Namely through the people … The people that I see there.” 

But maybe that's why Eddie Redmayne likes to use public transport so much because he'll be eleven again, on his way to the Palladium in the West End for his first appearance on a theater stage.

Photographer: Pierre-Ange Carlotti of Phenomena

Grooming: Petra Sellge

Production: North Six. With thanks to The Savoy Hotel www.thesavoylondon.com

*Translated by Google.

You can find all the pictures from the photo shoot in the GQ Germany here

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[dan6085]

Here's a list of 20 of the greatest leaders of all time, along with details about their contributions and accomplishments:

1. **George Washington (1732-1799)**

- **Accomplishments**: First President of the United States and Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War; set many precedents for the new government and voluntarily stepped down after two terms, setting a standard for democratic leadership.

2. **Mahatma Gandhi (1869-1948)**

- **Accomplishments**: Leader of the Indian independence movement against British rule; promoted non-violent civil disobedience; his philosophy and leadership inspired movements for civil rights and freedom worldwide.

3. **Nelson Mandela (1918-2013)**

- **Accomplishments**: Anti-apartheid revolutionary who became the first black President of South Africa; focused on reconciliation and nation-building after decades of racial segregation; Nobel Peace Prize laureate.

4. **Winston Churchill (1874-1965)**

- **Accomplishments**: Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during WWII; known for his leadership and speeches that inspired British resistance against Nazi Germany; played a key role in the Allied victory.

5. **Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865)**

- **Accomplishments**: 16th President of the United States; led the country during the Civil War; issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which began the process of freedom for America's slaves; preserved the Union.

6. **Julius Caesar (100-44 BC)**

- **Accomplishments**: Roman general and statesman who expanded the Roman Republic through a series of battles; his leadership led to the rise of the Roman Empire; reformed the Roman government.

7. **Alexander the Great (356-323 BC)**

- **Accomplishments**: King of Macedonia who created one of the largest empires in ancient history; spread Greek culture and influence throughout the known world; his conquests led to the Hellenistic period.

8. **Martin Luther King Jr. (1929-1968)**

- **Accomplishments**: Leader of the American civil rights movement; advocated for non-violent protest and equal rights for African Americans; his "I Have a Dream" speech and leadership in the March on Washington were pivotal moments in the movement.

9. **Queen Elizabeth I (1533-1603)**

- **Accomplishments**: Queen of England who led the country during a time of religious and political upheaval; her reign, known as the Elizabethan Era, was marked by the flourishing of English drama and the seafaring prowess of figures like Sir Francis Drake.

10. **Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821)**

- **Accomplishments**: French military and political leader who rose to prominence during the French Revolution; crowned himself Emperor of the French; known for his legal reform, the Napoleonic Code, and his military conquests across Europe.

11. **Catherine the Great (1729-1796)**

- **Accomplishments**: Empress of Russia who expanded the empire and modernized it along Western European lines; she revitalized Russia, transforming it into a major European power.

12. **Franklin D. Roosevelt (1882-1945)**

- **Accomplishments**: 32nd President of the United States; led the country during the Great Depression and World War II; implemented the New Deal, which helped recover the American economy and established Social Security.

13. **Genghis Khan (c. 1162-1227)**

- **Accomplishments**: Founder and Great Khan of the Mongol Empire, which became the largest contiguous empire in history; known for his military strategies and for promoting trade and communication across Asia.

14. **Cleopatra (69-30 BC)**

- **Accomplishments**: Last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt; known for her political acumen, she formed alliances with Roman leaders Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.

15. **Augustus Caesar (63 BC-14 AD)**

- **Accomplishments**: First Roman emperor who established the Pax Romana, a long period of relative peace and stability; reformed the Roman system of taxation and developed networks of roads.

16. **Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519)**

- **Accomplishments**: Renaissance polymath whose work in art, science, and engineering exemplified the humanist ideals of the Renaissance; known for masterpieces such as the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper, and for his numerous inventions and scientific studies.

17. **Mao Zedong (1893-1976)**

- **Accomplishments**: Founding father of the People's Republic of China; led the Chinese Communist Party to victory in the Chinese Civil War; known for policies such as the Great Leap Forward and the Cultural Revolution.

18. **Walt Disney (1901-1966)**

- **Accomplishments**: American entrepreneur and film producer; co-founder of The Walt Disney Company; pioneered the animation industry with characters like Mickey Mouse and films like Snow White; creator of Disneyland.

19. **Margaret Thatcher (1925-2013)**

- **Accomplishments**: First female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom; known for her strong conservative policies, economic reforms, and leadership during the Cold War; dubbed the "Iron Lady."

20. **Atatürk (Mustafa Kemal Atatürk) (1881-1938)**

- **Accomplishments**: Founder and first President of the Republic of Turkey; implemented sweeping political, economic, and cultural reforms to modernize Turkey into a secular, industrial nation.

These leaders have left enduring legacies through their visionary leadership, profound impact on their nations and the world, and their ability to inspire and drive change.

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Books I Read in 2023

Nonfiction:

"Why Fish Don't Exist" by Lulu Miller

"Disrupted: My Misadventure in the Start-Up Bubble" by Daniel Lyons

"Lab Rats: How Silicon Valley Made Work Miserable for the Rest of Us" by Daniel Lyons

"Secret City: The Hidden History of Gay Washington" by James Kirchick

"Token Black Girl" by Danielle Prescod

"The Geography of Nowhere" by James Howard Kunstler

"Code Girls: The Untold Story of the American Women Code Breakers of World War II" by Liza Mundy

"The Devian's War: The Homosexual vs. The United States of America" by Eric Cervini

"The Family Next Door: The Heartbreaking Imprisonment of the Thirteen Turpin Siblings and their Extraordinary Rescue" by John Glatt

"Jesus and John Wayne: How White Evangelicals Corrupted a Faith and Fractured a Nation" by Kristin Kobes Du Mez

"Cults: Inside the World's Most Notorious Groups and Understanding the People Who Joined Them" by Max Cutler

"Raw Dog: The Naked Truth About Hot Dogs" by Jamie Loftus

"The Domestic Revolution: How the Introduction of Coal into Victorian Homes Changed Everything" by Ruth Goodman

"How to Behave Badly in Elizabethan England" by Ruth Goodman

"What We Don't Talk About When We Talk About Fat" by Aubrey Gordon

"'You Just Need to Lose Weight' and 19 Other Myths About Fat People" by Aubrey Gordon

"Hollywood's Children: An Inside Account of the Child Star Era" by Diana Serra Cary

"Wild Things: The Joy of Reading Children's Literature as an Adult" by Bruce Handy

"The Internet Con: How to Seize the Means of Computation" by Cory Doctorow

Fiction

"What Moves the Dead" by T Kingfisher

"Illuminations" by T Kingfisher

"Can't Spell Treason Without Tea" by Rebecca Thorne

"Coffee, Milk and Spider Silk" by Coyote JM Edwards

"Legends & Lattes" by Travis Baldree

"Unbury the Bones" by Coyote JM Edwards

"Chase: The Boy Who Hid" by Z Jeffries

"Encore in Death" by J. D. Robb

"Escape from Incel Island" by Margaret Killjoy

"The Bookshop and the Barbarian" by Morgan Stang

"A House With Good Bones" by T Kingfisher

"Sorcery & Scones" by S. R. Meadows

"Humans Wanted" edited by Vivian Caethe

"Parable of the Sower" by Octavia Butler

"A Wrinkle in Time" by Madeline L'Engle

"Boneless" by Coyote JM Edwards

"Red White and Royal Blue" by Casey McQuiston

"Toad Words" by T Kingfisher

"Camp Damascus" by Chuck Tingle

"The Halcyon Fairy Book" by T Kingfisher

"Jackalope Wives and Other Stories" by T Kingfisher

"A Killer's Game" by Isabella Maldonado

"Payback in Death" by J. D. Robb

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Edmund eased open the cellar door. A welcome glow pooled at the bottom of the shadowy steps; Poffy must have lit all of the candles. A faint sound was coming up out of that glow, snaking up the steps.  All at once Edmund jumped back, knocking into Melchett.  “Whatever is the matter?” Melchett asked in concern, steadying him, but Percy had nipped past them to stand on the threshold, turning his head this way and that.  “Do you hear that? Such a strange sound. I’m not surprised you were startled, Edmund.”   Edmund gave a tight nod, not wanting to say he had been overcome with an intense desire not to have that sound touch him. 

Oooh, a bit of Gothic terror has crept into "Inn," the Blackadder II/Peter Lorre OC fanfiction!

Head to Chapter 16 now (and watch the tags).

[thejennhall]

Title

Endgame

Author

Omid Scobie

About

The follow-up book to Finding Freedom. 

On September 8, 2022 the world stood still as news broke of Queen Elizabeth's II passing. Her death dismantled the protective shield around the world's most famous family and saw a long simmering crisis of confidence in the British monarchy boil over. 

The end of the New Elizabethan age brings in a shorter Carolean era. With this traditional reign comes a brewing power struggle between father ( King Charles III) and son ( William, Prince of Wales) and an outmoded institution riddled with dysfunction, mistrust, and poor judgement. As investigations into the Firm's costs and conduct mount, and their dangerous game with an insatiable press continues, cracks are forming in the House of Windsor's foundations. Now a growing population feel more comfortable than ever questioning the monarchy's relevancy - or the need for one at all. 

Omid Scobie has spent over twelve years covering the lives and work of the Royal Family. His unique position as a young British journalist in the America media helped him forge special bonds within William's, Kate's,  Harry's, and eventually Meghan's worlds. It was from that vantage point he coauthored the bestselling Finding Freedom in 2020, an intimate glimpse into a fracturing family - one that could be splintered beyond repair. Though the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are no longer a part of the monarchy's future, their experiences and actions, good and bad, have put a spotlight on many of the problems at the heart of the institution. With unique insight, deep access, and a willingness to burn his bridges to tell the full story, Scobie draws a candid portrait of a family in peril and a monarchial system facing uncertainty. 

Endgame is the result of more than a decade of unseen reporting and intimate conversations with insiders, Royal Family members, fellow journalists, and those working within the palace walks.

 Our world is modernizing at a pace that the Royal Institution is failing to keep up with, but there is still time for change. This is the Monarchy's endgame... Do they have what it takes to save it?

Review

This book is perfect for people like me who can't get enough Royal Gossip.  

Endgame is a follow up to the book “Finding Freedom”.

Granted it is blatantly obvious that this book was written from a one sided perspective and most of the information shared is from “ anonymous sources from inside the palace” so I take everything with a grain of salt.

 Endgame continues to push the victim narrative to a whole new level while trash talking every single member of the Royal Family and their assistants. 

There is so much trash talking in this book that you don't want to keep reading but it's so juicy you just can't stop until you finish the book. 

Based on the prologue of this book  it seemed to be written to boost Prince Harry and Meghan’s name / brand but sadly fell short. Very, very short.

Instead based on the book and everything contained in it they come off as narcissistic, manipulative ,spoiled brats. 

Sadly, this book definitely did more harm than good to their image. 

[coloursofunison]

I'm delighted to welcome Justin Newland to the blog with a guest post about his new book, The Mark of the Salamander. #HistoricalFiction #TudorFiction #GoldenHind #BlogTour #CoffeePotBookClub

I'm delighted to welcome Justin Newland to the blog with a guest post about his new book, The Mark of the Salamander. #HistoricalFiction #TudorFiction #GoldenHind #BlogTour #CoffeePotBookClub @JustinNewland53 @cathiedunn @drjustinnewland @cathiedunn

I’m delighted to welcome Justin Newland to the blog with a guest post about his new book, The Mark of the Salamander. The Mark of the Salamander is the first part of a two-book series entitled The Island of Angels, which tells the epic story and secret history of England’s coming of age during the Elizabethan era. Queen Elizabeth of England and King Philip II of Spain opposed each other in a…

[brookstonalmanac]

Events 11.17 (before 1950)

887 – Emperor Charles the Fat is deposed by the Frankish magnates in an assembly at Frankfurt, leading his nephew, Arnulf of Carinthia, to declare himself king of the East Frankish Kingdom in late November. 1183 – Genpei War: The Battle of Mizushima takes place off the Japanese coast, where Minamoto no Yoshinaka's invasion force is intercepted and defeated by the Taira clan. 1292 – John Balliol becomes King of Scotland. 1405 – Sharif ul-Hāshim establishes the Sultanate of Sulu. 1494 – French King Charles VIII occupies Florence, Italy. 1511 – Henry VIII of England concludes the Treaty of Westminster, a pledge of mutual aid against the French, with Ferdinand II of Aragon. 1558 – Elizabethan era begins: Queen Mary I of England dies and is succeeded by her half-sister Elizabeth I of England. 1603 – English explorer, writer and courtier Sir Walter Raleigh goes on trial for treason. 1775 – The city of Kuopio, Finland (belonging to Sweden at this time) is founded by King Gustav III of Sweden. 1777 – Articles of Confederation (United States) are submitted to the states for ratification. 1796 – French Revolutionary Wars: Battle of the Bridge of Arcole: French forces defeat the Austrians in Italy. 1800 – The United States Congress holds its first session in Washington, D.C. 1810 – Sweden declares war on its ally the United Kingdom to begin the Anglo-Swedish War, although no fighting ever takes place. 1811 – José Miguel Carrera, Chilean founding father, is sworn in as President of the executive Junta of the government of Chile. 1820 – Captain Nathaniel Palmer becomes the first American to see Antarctica. (The Palmer Peninsula is later named after him.) 1831 – Ecuador and Venezuela are separated from Gran Colombia. 1837 – An earthquake in Valdivia, south-central Chile, causes a tsunami that leads to significant destruction along Japan's coast. 1856 – American Old West: On the Sonoita River in present-day southern Arizona, the United States Army establishes Fort Buchanan in order to help control new land acquired in the Gadsden Purchase. 1858 – Modified Julian Day zero. 1858 – The city of Denver, Colorado is founded. 1863 – American Civil War: Siege of Knoxville begins: Confederate forces led by General James Longstreet place Knoxville, Tennessee, under siege. 1869 – In Egypt, the Suez Canal, linking the Mediterranean Sea with the Red Sea, is inaugurated. 1878 – First assassination attempt against Umberto I of Italy by anarchist Giovanni Passannante, who was armed with a dagger. The King survived with a slight wound in an arm. Prime Minister Benedetto Cairoli blocked the aggressor, receiving an injury in a leg. 1885 – Serbo-Bulgarian War: The decisive Battle of Slivnitsa begins. 1894 – H. H. Holmes, one of the first modern serial killers, is arrested in Boston, Massachusetts. 1896 – The Western Pennsylvania Hockey League, which later became the first ice hockey league to openly trade and hire players, began play at Pittsburgh's Schenley Park Casino. 1903 – The Russian Social Democratic Labour Party splits into two groups: The Bolsheviks (Russian for "majority") and Mensheviks (Russian for "minority"). 1939 – Nine Czech students are executed as a response to anti-Nazi demonstrations prompted by the death of Jan Opletal. All Czech universities are shut down and more than 1,200 students sent to concentration camps. Since this event, International Students' Day is celebrated in many countries, especially in the Czech Republic. 1940 – The Tartu Art Museum was established in Tartu, Estonia. 1947 – The Screen Actors Guild implements an anti-Communist loyalty oath. 1947 – American scientists John Bardeen and Walter Houser Brattain observe the basic principles of the transistor, a key element for the electronics revolution of the 20th century.

[myfrenzi]

Exploring Historical Accuracy in Period Dramas

Exploring Historical Accuracy in Period Dramas: Discovering the Best Movies on OTT

Imagine being transported back in time, walking through the grandeur of ancient palaces, or witnessing the turmoil of historic battles. This is the enchanting world that period dramas on Over-the-Top (OTT) platforms promise. But while these films offer a captivating journey into the past, how accurate are they in portraying history? In this blog, we’ll delve into the intriguing realm of historical accuracy in period dramas and highlight some of the best movies on OTT platforms that masterfully blend entertainment with historical authenticity.

1. “The Favourite” (2018)

Our journey begins with “The Favourite,” a darkly comedic exploration of the tumultuous relationship between two cousins vying for the favor of Queen Anne in 18th-century England. The film brilliantly captures the opulence and political intrigue of the era while weaving in captivating performances.

2. “12 Years a Slave” (2013)

This harrowing tale is based on the true story of Solomon Northup, a free African American who was kidnapped and sold into slavery in the pre-Civil War United States. The film’s unflinching portrayal of the brutal realities of slavery has earned it critical acclaim and historical accuracy.

3. “Elizabeth” (1998)

“Elizabeth” takes us back to the tumultuous reign of Queen Elizabeth I. Cate Blanchett’s powerful performance and the film’s attention to detail in recreating the Elizabethan era make it a standout period drama.

4. “Lincoln” (2012)

Directed by Steven Spielberg, “Lincoln” offers an intimate look at the life of Abraham Lincoln during a pivotal moment in American history — the passage of the 13th Amendment to abolish slavery. Daniel Day-Lewis’s portrayal of Lincoln is both compelling and historically grounded.

5. “Gladiator” (2000)

Travel back to ancient Rome in “Gladiator,” where Russell Crowe’s Maximus seeks vengeance against the corrupt emperor who murdered his family. While the film takes some creative liberties, its portrayal of Roman society and the Colosseum is visually stunning.

6. “Amadeus” (1984)

“Amadeus” explores the life and genius of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart through the eyes of his envious contemporary, Antonio Salieri. The film immerses us in the musical splendor of 18th-century Vienna and the eccentric brilliance of Mozart.

7. “Braveheart” (1995)

Mel Gibson’s epic “Braveheart” transports us to medieval Scotland, following the legendary William Wallace as he leads a revolt against English tyranny. While the film takes liberties with some historical facts, it captures the spirit of Scottish resistance.

8. “The King’s Speech” (2010)

This poignant drama delves into the life of King George VI as he grapples with a speech impediment on the brink of World War II. The film beautifully recreates the period and offers a glimpse into the monarchy’s challenges during that time.

9. “Barry Lyndon” (1975)

Stanley Kubrick’s visually stunning “Barry Lyndon” immerses viewers in 18th-century Europe. The film’s meticulous attention to detail and cinematography create a visually arresting historical narrative.

10. “The Last Emperor” (1987)

Our journey concludes with the biographical epic “The Last Emperor,” which traces the life of Puyi, the last emperor of China. This visually captivating film offers a glimpse into China’s tumultuous transition from empire to republic.

In Conclusion

Period dramas on OTT platforms provide us with an enchanting blend of entertainment and historical insight. While creative liberties are often taken for dramatic effect, the best of these films strive for historical accuracy, offering a window into the past. So, the next time you embark on a cinematic journey through history, keep an eye out for these remarkable films that transport you to bygone eras with skillful storytelling and authentic visuals.

5 Unique FAQs After The Conclusion

How do filmmakers ensure historical accuracy in period dramas? Filmmakers often conduct extensive research, consult historians, and use historical documents and artifacts to recreate the past authentically.

What are some common liberties taken for dramatic effect in historical films? Liberties may include compressing timelines, inventing dialogue, or combining characters to create a more engaging narrative.

Are there any documentaries that provide a more accurate historical account? Yes, documentaries are known for their commitment to factual accuracy and can provide a more detailed understanding of historical events.

Do historical inaccuracies in films affect our perception of history? While films can shape our perceptions, it’s essential to approach them as entertainment and complement them with factual historical knowledge.

Are there any historical periods that are underrepresented in cinema? Yes, some historical periods receive less attention in cinema, leaving room for exploration and discovery in future films.