Emma Vickery
 |
|
| Portrayed by Kate Beckinsale | |
| Full Name | Emma Charlotte Vickery |
|---|---|
| Associated Noble House(s) | Viscountcy of Saltash |
| Date of Birth | 12th May, 1790 |
| Father | James Vickery |
| Father's Rank | Viscount Saltash |
| Mother | Charlotte Vickery |
| Mother's Rank | Viscountess Saltash |
| Town Residence | Saltash House |
| Year of Debut | 1807 |
| Dowry | £25,000 |
Emma Vickery is the youngest child, and only daughter, of James Vickery, the third Viscount Saltash and his wife Charlotte. She is closest to her brother John, who is away in Spain serving with the 60th Rifles, and writes to him frequently. She is played by Sharpie.
Family
Father: James Vickery, third Viscount Saltash
Mother: Charlotte Vickery (nee von Alfeld), Viscountess Saltash
Brothers: Robert (b. 1782), John (b. 1785)
Sisters Laura, (b 1787, d 1788), Elizabeth (b 1793, d 1795)
Uncles: Edward (b. 1744, d. 1781), George, John Asquith
Cousins: Georgiana (b. 1793), William (b. 1795), Laura (b. 1797), Miranda (b. 1800), Edward (b 1803)
Childhood
Emma was born at Fallbrooke House, the family seat near Andover, Hampshire, in May 1790. Her childhood was a happy one; she was close to both her brothers but especially to John, the closest to her in age. Things changed in 1802, when Emma was twelve: their uncle bought John his Colours and he joined the Army as an Ensign in the 45th Regiment of Foot. With the loss of her brother to the Army, and her growing maturity, it was time for Emma to settle down and begin the business of acquiring enough accomplishments and polish that she could enter Society without drawing down the disapproval of the Ton.
Having two elder brothers and no sisters, Emma was rather hoydenish as a child, following her brothers around and wanting to join in with them as much as possible, despite the nearly ten-year age-gap between her and Robert. One of her fondest memories is during summer when she was aged eight or nine, when her brothers were home from school, Robert bet that she could not reach the top of the apple tree (the same tree that had a swing hung from one of its branches). She managed to do so, although she tore her frock and scraped her arm badly enough to leave a scar that is still visible when she is wearing short sleeves[1].
Schooldays (1802 - 1807)
Emma's schooling was conducted at a ladies' seminary in Bath, where she became friends with Sybilla Grenfell, becoming quite close to the younger girl despite their difference in ages. During her time at school, she developed an enjoyment of playing the piano, as well as a modest artistic skill, both of which she continues to develop as best she can. She also learned to dance, an activity she takes pleasure in when she has the opportunity of doing so.
Society Life
Emma debuted in 1807, at the age of seventeen, and was presented at Court. The family spent the Season of 1808 in London, but went to Bath the following year. It was during this season that she became friends with Caroline Gardiner. It was also during this season that Emma got engaged to Viscount Ravenshaw, the elder son of the Earl of Amersham, which was acknowledged to be a good match. Unfortunately, Lord Ravenshaw was thrown from his horse and killed a month before the wedding was due to take place. Emma went into mourning, as appropriate for a bereaved fiancée, and spent the Season of 1810 in the country.
She has recently come back into Society, travelling to Town with her parents and eldest brother. She will celebrate her twenty-first birthday this Season, and has hopes of finding a suitable husband before the end of the season. Her reappearance in Society has led to some rumours about her engagement and its sudden ending.
Friends, Enemies and Other Acquaintances
Friends
Acquaintances
Miss Charlotte Tolson
Marcus Fairmont, Lord Foxford
Lady Rosalind Fairmont
Miss Eleanor Clare (schoolfriend)
Miss Elise Hampton (family friends)
Lord Gabriel Pritchard (family friends)
Lord Parry (brother's friend from school)
Lady Kirkfries (via brothers)
Lady Anthea Winter
Miss Augusta Winter
Miss Katherine Winter
Miss Caroline Gardiner
Lady Annabella Crane
Miss Georgiana Crane
Lady Carrington (came out together)
Miss Sophia Lazenby (met at Miss Tolson's picnic)
Lord Daniel Rossington (introduced during Emma's debut Season)
Relevant threads
Friday 3rd May
To Pick Up a Pencil is Not Hard; at Lord Avening's exhibition with Marcus and Rosalind Fairmont
Saturday 4th May
Dress to impress Emma meets Charlotte Tolson while out shopping
Sunday 5th May
One Fine Sunday Morning in May; Talking with Elise Hampton and Lord Gabriel Pritchard after church
Monday 6th May
Riding in Rotten Row; Meeting with Lord Parry and Lady Kirkfries in Hyde Park
Hyde Park Horseplay; Conversation with Sybilla Grenfell in Hyde Park
Monday Morning You Sure Look Fine; Visiting the Cranes
To Call Upon a Friend Calling on the Grenfells
Flowers of the Town Calling on the Gardiners
Tuesday 7th May
To renew an old acquaintance Emma calls on Lady Carrington
An Idea of Good Company Emma and Robert call on Elise Hampton
China in your hand The Winter girls come for afternoon tea
Wednesday 8th May
I Just Want to Dance the Night Away Emma dances with Julian Freye
Thursday 9th May
Friday 10th May
Saturday 11th May
A Letter to the Hon. Emma Vickery Emma replies to her brother's letter
Birthday picnic in the park Celebrating Charlotte Tolson's birthday
Sunday 12th May
They flourisheth as the flowers of the field A run-in with Dominic Hissop after church
Monday 13th May
A bank whereon the wild thyme blows Decorating for the ball, with Sybilla Grenfell (and Caroline Gardiner)
Once Upon a Time, in Fair London Town The receiving line for the ball
Well met by moonlight, proud Titania The first dance, with Henry Layton
The rewards of observation and reflection A conversation with Lady Viola Fitzgerald and Miss Blanche Carey
A choice of two dances Choosing which Pritchard brother to dance with
Lord, what fools these mortals be! penultimate set of the evening; dancing with Lord Foxford
Tuesday 14th May
The companion's arrival Meeting Miss Drusilla Mortemain
Wednesday 15th May
Sweet Treats for Three Trip to Gunter's with Elise, Robert and Drusilla
Thursday 16th May
Six Impossible Things Before Breakfast A conversation with Miss Mortemain
Surprises are Foolish Things Lady Edmund Harpole brings an old school-friend to call
Sixty Seconds' Worth of Distance Run Miss Grenfell comes to call
Fitzgerald Ball
They Have Their Exits and Their Entrances Arriving at Rotherham House
Masks Are the Order of the Day Sitting out the first and talking with Drusilla Mortemain
To While Away a Careless Hour The second dance, with Lord Alderhan
A Dance With an Old Acquaintance The third dance, with Lord Daniel Rossington
Shall We Liquefy? The waltz with Lord Foxford