Ancient Rome is my spouse, the 19th century is my lover

Ancient History researchers are often drawn to the 19th century. Here is some insight as to some reasons why.

Queen Stephanie’s Letter X – 8 May 1858, London

On the 11th I leave, Pedro is very impatient, he has already wired me twice to tell me.

Queen Stephanie’s letter XI – No date; written after her arrival in Portugal

Léopold can tell you everything, because we talked about everything together, our comments, our impressions etc. etc. and we were all of the same opinion. Let me envy Leopold; when you read these signs you will have already hugged him in your dear arms.

Queen Stephanie’s Letters – Letter IX

Why don’t I have news at all? I’m heartbroken and worried. The Count of Lavradio telegraphed today to Ostend, and to Düsseldorf, to learn something, but I have not yet received an answer.

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