203 years ago today, bookish life changed. Fitzwilliam Darcy came into the world. That’s right, friends. On this day, Pride and Prejudice was published and Jane Austen pretty much ruined all other men for us forever. Yes, he’s kind of a jerk. Yes, he’s way too elitist and yes, he’s incredibly socially awkward. But, … More Literary Hunk of January: Fitzwilliam Darcy
It’s no secret why so many of us have major literary girl crushes on Edith Wharton. Whether she was writing about New York’s gilded age or life in sleepy, small town New England, Wharton was the queen of social commentary, and she did it with wit, charm, and impossible-to-forget characters. With over forty books to … More Edith Wharton: A Book for Every Mood
It’s hard to believe that we’ve already covered a full year’s worth of literary hunks. Thank God there’s a never-ending supply of gushable crushables, because I am really excited to kick off year two. We started this blog with Professor Bhaer, so it’s only fitting that we spend this September honoring Little Women’s other resident … More Literary Hunk of September: Teddy “Laurie” Laurence
In going through our recent Literary Hunks of the Month, I made a discovery: a lot of our dreamboats this year have been, well, somewhat questionable characters. (Although I prefer to think of them as misunderstood and in need of hugs.) But what about those guys who are truly good, through and through? Don’t they … More Literary Hunk of August: Stephen Colly
If you’ve been following me on Facebook (or my trusty assistant, Riggins, on Twitter), you’ll know that we have been road tripping down the East Coast, which is why our posts have been scarce this month. Of course, all of this travelling means more time for reading, and more time for thinking about my favorite … More Literary Hunk of May: George Emerson
Is anyone tired of April showers yet? Well, I know one guy who is all about that rain because it allows him to swoop in, looking all dashing and heroic, saving young maidens and their twisted ankles when they stumble down mud-soaked hills. Is he a bit of a devil? Absolutely, but I’ve always had … More Literary Hunk of April: Willoughby of Allenham
Jane Eyre is without a doubt one of my favorite fictional characters of all time. She’s resilient, kind, and a bit of a spitfire. No matter what she’s going through or how emotionally fraught she is, she manages to keep on being awesome, driving her life with her own inner strength. I love that about … More Jane Eyre’s Life in Pop Songs
There is so much to love about Edith Wharton. She was a brilliant and prolific writer who captured old New York and sleepy New England better than anyone. She was the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize in Fiction. She dedicated herself to charity work during World War I, and the gorgeous Massachusetts home … More The Age of Innocence: A Classic for the Ages
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