Comments on: Guest Blog Post: Amanda Vickery’s Lecture on “Behind Closed Doors” at the Georgian Group, Fitzroy Square, London

By: Deb

Deb — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 12:25:28 +0000

I have read Behind Closed Doors and those who have not have a Treat in store for them.

I particularly enjoyed the chapter on wallpaper, of all things. It was illuminating about so much more than what was hung on the walls.

Excellent report, Rae. Thank you!

By: jfwakefield

jfwakefield — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:03:52 +0000

I’ve recently rejoined. I too had a cull of subscriptions (the credit crunch is a terrible thing) but I did so enjoy the publications,and the updates about their campaigns. I’m an architect manqué

By: Cathy Allen

Cathy Allen — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:39:15 +0000

Ahh, Rae, I understand completely! I love architecture, too, and sometimes think I should have been an architect, but I was afraid of the math (Fear of Math is an acquired American; thing, sadly, as I was good in Math!). I think the Georgian Group would be right up my alley, were I not in Southern California! Your Navy postings have been fascinating, and I don’t use that word indescrimately; almost always for Julie’s stuff, though. (YAY Julie!)

Too many interests, so little time…! I do appreciate your sharing about the lecture, and can’t wait to read the book, so thanks for the reply.
Cathy

By: raegreene

raegreene — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 11:41:32 +0000

I am not currently a member – having a temporary cull of subscriptions and memberships to rationalise such spending a bit – but I have been and the Journal is worth the membership alone, in my view. Architecture is my ‘other’ (other to the Navy) georgian passion and so I am sure I shall be re-subscribing.

By: Cathy Allen

Cathy Allen — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 01:39:10 +0000

Thank you Rae, for your report, and Julie, of course, for posting it. Rae, I always enjoy your messages! I wish I could have gone too. I’ve received my copy of the book, and am looking forward to reading it. I also ordered “Coke of Norfolk” and decided to read it first, as it looks to be a little less easy to read (delayed gratification — I’m planning to SAVOR Behind Closed Doors). (I’m enjoying “Coke,” of course, but it is a little difficult for me; the author, in my opinion, assumes I’m British, and I’m NOT. I’m keeping my mini-atlas by my side though, and that helps. I’m learning lots of good stuff — what a fascinating character!)

Julie, when you first mentioned this lecture, I followed a link about The Georgian Group and enjoyed my reading there. Do either you, Julie, or you, Rae, belong to it? Sounds like an interesting group, I must say. Just curious.

Thanks again, ladies; can’t wait to read it!
CEA

By: caitlin

caitlin — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 21:53:09 +0000

I was fortunate to recieve a copy from my parrot, who often reads your blogs and RoP. She is such a thoughtful little thing, and I cannot wait to read it, once some piled up work is seen to. Thank you Julie and Rae for this little preview.

By: jfwakefield

jfwakefield — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 20:16:23 +0000

I'm sure a paperback edition will come out soon- I think this is far superior to A Gentleman's Daughter in many ways. I think you will adore it.

By: jfwakefield

jfwakefield — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 20:01:35 +0000

Im so glad you enjoyed it,and Im so grateful toRae for writing this lively and informative report.

By: Julie

Julie — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:06:57 +0000

Thank you Rae and Julie. This was fascinating.

When the book comes down in price I would like to get a copy. I’ve already read and enjoyed Vickery’s “The Gentleman’s Daughter” and look forward to reading “Behind Closed Doors.”

-Julie P.

By: imogen88

imogen88 — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:36:44 +0000

Well, Julie, this was lovely to read and the slides provided have a lovely feel to them, showing the relationship with home in the Georgian Era. Fantastic reading, Rae! I can imagine how interesting this event must have been for you!