Josanna Simpson
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Josanna Simpson - Andrea Longbottom
Josanna Simpson, who holds a BA in Literature, is an aspiring novelist in her late twenties with a passion for British literature and the classics. She enjoys travel, daily cups of tea, long walks, and time with family and friends. Au pairing is her current occupation. At times she thinks it is her vocation. Then she loses herself in writing and forgets everything else but the words on the page.
At present she is researching her next historical novel. She hopes to see her name on the cover of a book someday soon.
Latest Articles
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Ornithology in the Victorian Age
Birding began as a Victorian era hobby. The Audubon Society, field guides for birds, and current ornithology owe their wings to 19th century naturalists.
Jun 25, 2010
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Six Travel Safety Tips to Deter Pickpockets in Amsterdam
A pickpocket often preys on tourists during travel abroad. Outwit thieves along the Dutch canals on the way to the Van Gogh, Anne Frank, or Rijksmuseum.
Jun 25, 2010
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Six Travel Safety Tips to Deter Pickpockets in Paris France
A pickpocket often preys on tourists during travel abroad. Outwit thieves with safety precautions and enjoy the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, or Champs-Elysees.
Jun 22, 2010
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Travel Safety Precautions Prevent Pickpockets in Florence Italy
A pickpocket often preys on tourists during travel abroad. Outwit thieves with travel safety tips in the Florentine Renaissance art capital of the world.
Jun 19, 2010
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Travel Safety Tips to Foil Pickpockets in Rome Italy
A pickpocket often preys on tourists during travel abroad. Outwit thieves with travel safety precautions when visiting the Eternal City of Rome.
Jun 14, 2010
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Travel Safety Tips to Foil Pickpockets in Prague
A pickpocket often preys on tourists during travel abroad. Outwit thieves with travel safety precautions when visiting the Golden City of Bohemia.
Jun 11, 2010
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Lilias Trotter: British Artist, Writer, Naturalist, Missionary
In an age of Victorian conventions, Lilias Trotter chose to be different. Discover why this Englishwoman exchanged London luxury for the Saharan desert.
May 27, 2010
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Jadwiga of Poland, Medieval Princess, King, and Saint
Princess Jadwiga of Hungary, at age 11, became King of Poland, allied herself with Lithuania, and served her nation at a pivotal moment in Polish history.
Apr 29, 2010
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Chasing Butterflies: the Victorian Hobby of Entomology
One of the most popular hobbies in the Victorian age was nature study. From caterpillars to butterfly sketches, entomology became an absorbing pastime.
Apr 8, 2010
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Polish Easter Eggs
Fill Easter baskets according to the Polish custom, which features hand-painted Easter eggs, home-made bread, and other household staples.
Apr 3, 2010
- Josanna Simpson
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