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Victorian Times starts the new year with yet another edition chock-full of insights and personal glimpses into the Victorian world! This month, you'll meet the favorite dogs of Queen Victoria; discover some strange Victorian devices and inventions; learn what makes the 19th century woman "empowered"; and share famous children's author E. Nesbit's reminiscences about her childhood. This issue also brings you a glimpse of "American cookery" as well as some intriguing dishes provided for the medieval courts of England. Explore the etiquette of calling cards, and discover what it was like to be a British rancher in 19th-century southern California! (That's right, just outside the "busy town" of Los Angeles!) Plus, of course, our regular round-up of recipes, craft articles, fashion tips and more!