Hunt the Fox VS a Fox Hunt: Regency England Pastimes
In the spirit of this series, “The Hunt,” I would be remiss if I did not discuss Hunt the fox and fox hunts. Thus far, I have talked about the silly and tantalizing game of Hunt the Slipper that was…
Hunt the Whistle: A Regency Era Prank or Passtime?
Imagine a cozy room of mixed company at a house party or something in Regency England. It is after dark, so the drawing room is lit with candles, and the dimly lit glow leads to this feeling of being hidden…
Hunt the Slipper: A Flirtatious Pastime in Regency England
Imagine a cozy drawing room in Regency England: the scent of beeswax candles in the air, the soft rustle of silk gowns, and the occasional burst of laughter echoing off the walls. It’s a winter evening, the hearth is glowing,…
