Tag Archives: 1890

Valentine’s Day Edition: The Language of Flowers, How to Write a Victorian Love Letter, and Parasol Flirtations

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Susanna

Once again, I am excerpting from what is becoming my favorite book, The Mystery of Love, Courtship and Marriage Explained, 1890. Using my Photoshop skills, I merged a passage about the language of flowers with a floral graphic from Cassell’s Family Magazine, … Continue reading →

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The Mystery of Love, Courtship and Marriage Explained — How to Write Victorian Love Letters

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Susanna

So, you sit with a pen in your hand and a blank Valentine’s Day card before you.  But you just can’t think of those special words to express your true feelings for your beloved. Have no fear, The Mystery of … Continue reading →

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The Mystery of Love, Courtship and Marriage Explained — Handkerchief and Fan Flirtations

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Susanna

Several days ago, I came across The Mystery of Love, Courtship and Marriage Explained by Henry J Wehman, published in 1890.  This hilarious book includes guides for “popping” the question and writing love letters, as well as how to “manage” a beau … Continue reading →

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