Publisher's Synopsis
Every issue of Victorian Times Quarterly is a treasure-trove of hand-picked, original Victoriana from British and American magazines of the 1800's. You'll find a wealth of ideas on decorating your home or table in the Victorian style, plus delicious recipes (perfect for hosting your own authentic Victorian tea!) and inspiring craft projects and patterns. Plus, enjoy whimsical stories and poetry, beautiful illustrations, pictorial features and rib-tickling cartoons. Taking you from the royal palace to the humble country cottage, every issue brings you a unique, first-hand look at Victorian life. Victorian Times Quarterly is your ticket to explore -- and enjoy -- the beautiful, elegant, and ever-changing Victorian world.In this issue: Victorian Sightings of Sea-Serpents - A Champion Orange-Peeler - A Ghost in Berlin - Artistic Beadwork - Cats & Kittens - Higher Education for Women - Austrian Sweets - London Street Vendors - Future Fashion Predictions - Pumpkin Recipes - Etiquette for Our Brothers - Pumpkin Recipes - Modeling a Paper House - Curious Footgear - Dog and Cat Portraits - A Detective on Detective Stories - London Restaurants - A Thanksgiving Menu - Christmas in the New York Tenements - Yuletide Evergreens - Christmas Humor - Children's Fancy Dress Balls - Christmas Entertaining - Mistletoe Lore - The Children's Christmas in Art - H.G. Well's "The Magic Shop" - Plus recipes, household tips and more...
