Leann Richards
I am a writer, a student, a teacher and an historian. My various occupations have included bookkeeper, historian, teacher, tax consultant , union delegate, administration assistant, telephone customer service operator and professional writer. I have degrees in history and teaching and I’m currently studying Mandarin.
My true love is history. I run the website, HAT-History of Australian Theatre and a blog. I write regular articles for Stage Whispers Magazine, and have also written two small books,which were published by Ginninderra Press, an Australian independent publisher. I also have several books available at the ibookstore.
I live in Sydney, Australia in a small apartment filled with books, light and lovebirds. I like juggling and magicians.
Latest Articles
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The Origin of The Beatles Song- The Long and Winding Road
The Long and Winding Road was one of the last great Beatles ballads released as a single.
Mar 5, 2011
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The Origin of The Beatles song, Please Please Me.
The Beatles song, 'Please, Please Me' was written by John Lennon and was the bands first number one single in England.
Feb 20, 2011
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The Origin of The Beatles Song Love Me Do
'Love Me Do' was the Beatles first single. It led to the replacement of their drummer and started the Beatles phenomenon.
Feb 15, 2011
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The Origin of the Beatles Song Help!
The song Help! by the Beatles was written as the title song to the film and as an autobiographical call for help by John Lennon.
Feb 2, 2011
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The Origin of The Beatles Song I Want to Hold Your Hand
The Beatles song, I Want to Hold your Hand, was their first American hit single. It introduced them to the US and coincided with their first visit.
Jan 23, 2011
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The Origin of the Beatles Song While My Guitar Gently Weeps
While My Guitar Gently Weeps is a Beatles song written by George Harrison. It is one of their most popular songs.
Jan 22, 2011
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The Origin of the Beatles Song "Let It Be"
"Let it Be" by the Beatles still resonates today. The song, a source of comfort to many, was written at a time of turmoil for the group.
Jan 20, 2011
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The Port Arthur Massacre and Gun Control in Australia
Gun control is a contentious issue. The experience of Australia after the Port Arthur Massacre illustrates the benefits of gun control in certain cultures.
Jan 18, 2011
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The Beatles- The Origin of the Song Yesterday
The song Yesterday by the Beatles was their first tune to capture an adult listening audience.
Jan 2, 2011
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The Beatles- The Background to Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds is a song from the Beatles album, Sergeant Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band, it was also covered by Elton John in the 1970s.
Jan 1, 2011
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