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Waterstones Book Talk well received
My talk at Waterstones in Haywards Heath last Friday went well, with a lively audience, many of whom had personal knowledge of Chailey Heritage. Particular thanks to the couple who brought along some fascinating Chailey memorabilia. If you happen … Continue reading
Posted in books by Ros Black, Chailey Heritage, Chailey Heritage Foundation, Feminism, Fight for women's suffrage, Grace Kimmins, Guild of Play, Guild of the Brave Poor Things, SCANDAL SALVATION AND SUFFRAGE, Sisters of the People, Suffragettes, Suffragists, talks and book signings, West London Mission, West London Mission, Sister of the People, Bermondsey Settlement, Chailey Heritage Foundation, Women's Right to Vote
Tagged Grace Kimmins, historical biography
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Talks and book signings
I really enjoy giving talks to local groups and sharing my enthusiasm for local history and of course the wonderful story of Lady Henry Somerset. I often pick up new pieces of information from those attending. For instance, when I … Continue reading
Posted in Duxhurst, Feminism, Lady Henry, Lady Henry Somerset, Out and About, Reigate Local History, Reigate Priory, Surrey Local History, talks and book signings, Temperance, Victorian Do-Gooders
Tagged book signings, Eastnor Castle, Heritage weekend, historical biography, James Hervey-Bathurst, Ledbury, reigate priory, Reigate Priory Park, Reigate Society, talks
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