Forum Title: LIZZIE BORDEN SOCIETY Topic Area: Stay to Tea Topic Name: Another Take On Victoria Lincoln  

1. "Another Take On Victoria Lincoln"
Posted by Susan on Oct-1st-03 at 2:42 AM

I thought it only fair to include this link to an recent article where Victoria Lincoln's book on Lizzie is recommended. 

http://www.sunspot.net/features/lifestyle/bal-to.memory06sep06,0,153234.column?coll=bal-artslife-today


2. "Re: Another Take On Victoria Lincoln"
Posted by njwolfe on Oct-1st-03 at 3:51 PM
In response to Message #1.

Thanks Susan, that was interesting.


3. "Re: Another Take On Victoria Lincoln"
Posted by diana on Oct-1st-03 at 4:36 PM
In response to Message #1.

Yes, I thought that was a well-written article.  I think it illustrates why so many of us totally bought into "A Private Disgrace" at one time or another. And why -- in spite of all the flaws we've uncovered in Lincoln's book -- we can still regard it with a certain fondness. 


4. "Re: Another Take On Victoria Lincoln"
Posted by Kat on Oct-1st-03 at 5:33 PM
In response to Message #1.

Thanks Susan.
I noticed that V. Lincoln gave an interview in 1967 to which the author alludes.  I just sent him a note asking if he had the full citation so we can order it from the Library.
(date & page, full newspaper name)


5. "Re: Another Take On Victoria Lincoln"
Posted by Susan on Oct-2nd-03 at 12:46 AM
In response to Message #4.

You're all welcome, just something I came across surfing and saw Lincoln's name, had to check it out.  Yes, despite the flaws or misconceptions in the book, it still is one of my favorite Lizzie reads.  I am currently rereading Porter's History Of The Borden Murders and the flaws are jumping out at me, I find it interesting that that is so.  I think that Lincoln can be quite seductive with her prose and you just fall into it? 


Kat, that would be an interesting read, I hope you can get it, the small bit about her that I read there made me like her more as a person. 


6. "Re: Another Take On Victoria Lincoln"
Posted by Kat on Oct-2nd-03 at 4:25 PM
In response to Message #5.

Fred Rasmussen replied already and had not only offered the full citation, he then offered to send a copy of the article.
When I receive it, I would like to know more about him.


7. "Re: Another Take On Victoria Lincoln"
Posted by Susan on Oct-2nd-03 at 8:55 PM
In response to Message #6.

Yes, amazing how many people know or do the Lizzie thing!    Will the article be available on the forum or next month's Newzletter? 


8. "Re: Another Take On Victoria Lincoln"
Posted by Kat on Oct-3rd-03 at 2:12 PM
In response to Message #7.

I don't know until I see the content.  If it's important or not.  Getting to know Ms. Lincoln would be welcome.
I would need permission as well.
-Either way, you will know.
I love new items!  I can't wait!

(Message last edited Oct-3rd-03  2:13 PM.)


9. "Re: Another Take On Victoria Lincoln"
Posted by Susan on Oct-3rd-03 at 8:59 PM
In response to Message #8.

Cool!  Thanks.  I too love reading new stuff like that, even though its actually old, its still new to us! 


10. "Re: Another Take On Victoria Lincoln"
Posted by rays on Oct-5th-03 at 3:54 PM
In response to Message #8.

I think a reviewer can summarize an article and comment on it.

Is the 1963 or 1937 book "Trial of Lizzie Borden" in public domain?
The extension of copyrights a few years ago makes a lot of works unavailable to the average person. Too small a market to reprint, but not allowed to photocopy and post in .pdf format.