Step Mother Collection

"Step Mother: A Complex and Evocative Figure in Literature, History

Step Mother Collection: Alfred Lennon, (also knowns as Freddie Lennon), is the father of Beatle John Lennon

Alfred Lennon, (also knowns as Freddie Lennon), is the father of Beatle John Lennon. Alfred (aged 55) is pictured here with 19 year old Pauline Cole, a former student of Exeter University

Step Mother Collection: Edward the Martyr Stabbed by Order of his Step Mother Elfrida (engraving)

Edward the Martyr Stabbed by Order of his Step Mother Elfrida (engraving)
3630912 Edward the Martyr Stabbed by Order of his Step Mother Elfrida (engraving) by Wale, Samuel (1721-86) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Step Mother Collection: Aoife sends the Children of Lir to Wander the Sea (pencil)

Aoife sends the Children of Lir to Wander the Sea (pencil)
6200421 Aoife sends the Children of Lir to Wander the Sea (pencil) by Duncan, John (1866-1945); 20.3x12.7 cm; The McManus, Dundee

Step Mother Collection: The Queen cried to him to forbear, illustration from

The Queen cried to him to forbear, illustration from
STC323615 The Queen cried to him to forbear, illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905 (litho) by Curtis

Step Mother Collection: Tristram succors the Lady Moeya, illustration from

Tristram succors the Lady Moeya, illustration from
STC335733 Tristram succors the Lady Moeya, illustration from The Story of the Champions of the Round Table (litho) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American

Step Mother Collection: Edward the Martyr expiring near a Blind Womans House after having been stabbed by order of his

Edward the Martyr expiring near a Blind Womans House after having been stabbed by order of his Step Mother Elfrida
1107999 Edward the Martyr expiring near a Blind Womans House after having been stabbed by order of his Step Mother Elfrida (engraving) by English School

Step Mother Collection: Anna Schubert / Stepmother

Anna Schubert / Stepmother
ANNA SCHUBERT Second wife of Franz Schubert the elder and the stepmother of Franz Schubert the composer

Step Mother Collection: Tuthmosis Iii, Pharaoh

Tuthmosis Iii, Pharaoh
TUTHMOSIS III, PHARAOH also known as THUTMOSE etc, also Menkheperre, dominated when young by his stepmother Hatshepsut, later a successful conqueror and opulent ruler

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Sarah Bush Lincoln, stepmother of Abraham Lincoln. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century portrait

SARAH BUSH LINCOLN (c1785-1869). Stepmother of Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln at age 76. Wood engraving

Step Mother Collection: The town-hall, Charleston, Ills. where Lincoln addressed t

The town-hall, Charleston, Ills. where Lincoln addressed the people of the town when he paid his last visit to his stepmother in February 1861

Step Mother Collection: Sarah Bush Lincoln

Sarah Bush Lincoln
SARAH BUSH LINCOLN Stepmother of Abraham Lincoln at the age of 76

Step Mother Collection: Mrs Gerald Legge

Mrs Gerald Legge
Tatler front cover showing the Honourable Mrs Gerald Legge in a sumptuous red gown with white pom-poms. Raine McCorquodale, the daughter of Barbara Cartland and stepmother to Diana

Step Mother Collection: Edward the Martyr / Oval

Edward the Martyr / Oval
ENGLISH ROYALTY Assassinated at Corfe Castle, possibly on orders of his stepmother Elfrida to make room for her son Ethelred

Step Mother Collection: Marra & Golden Dress

Marra & Golden Dress
Marra (a Serbian Cinderella) takes off the golden dress she wore to church before her stepmother returns

Step Mother Collection: Cinderella Askungen

Cinderella Askungen
ASKUNGEN (Swedish Cinderella) shocks her stepmother and stepsisters by saying how much she would like to go to the ball

Step Mother Collection: King Edward the Martyr

King Edward the Martyr
EDWARD THE MARYTR King of England (reigned 975-978), assassinated, possibly on the command of his stepmother, Aelfthryth, ambitious for her son Aethelred II

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"Step Mother: A Complex and Evocative Figure in Literature, History, and Art" From the enchanting tale of Snowdrop by Katharine Cameron to the tragic story of Edward the Martyr stabbed by his stepmother Elfrida, the concept of a stepmother has long fascinated us. In Alfred Lennon's life as John Lennon's father, we see how this familial relationship can shape destinies. Through captivating illustrations like Aoife sending the Children of Lir to wander the sea or Tristram succoring Lady Moeya, we witness both love and cruelty from these maternal figures. The Queen's plea for mercy in "The Queen cried to him to forbear" showcases their power over emotions. In Anna Schubert's portrayal as a stepmother or Dombey and Son's illustration depicting this complex dynamic, we delve into literature that explores the intricacies of these relationships. They remind us that not all stepmothers are wicked; some bring warmth and love into their new families. However, history also reveals darker tales such as Edward the Martyr expiring near a blind woman's house after being stabbed on his stepmother Elfrida's orders. These stories serve as cautionary reminders that not all blended families find harmony. Ultimately, whether portrayed positively or negatively throughout art forms and historical accounts alike, stepmothers remain an intriguing subject matter. Their impact on individuals' lives is undeniable - just like Freddie Lennon (Alfred Lennon), whose role as John Lennon’s father shaped one of music history’s most iconic figures. In exploring these various representations across time periods and mediums, we gain insight into our own perceptions of family dynamics while appreciating both their complexities and enduring influence.