Reading the Classics. Great Expectations
Charles Dickens’ Great Expectations is the latest instalment in my ‘Reading the Classics‘ series. I have become quite the Charles…
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The Early Modern Witch Craze
I lecture on Early Modern England and one of the most interesting topics I teach (and the most popular with…
A Timeless Timepiece. My Nordgreen Native Silver Watch
If you are looking for the perfect gift for a friend or relative or for yourself, have you ever considered…
Family Game Night with ‘Pass the Bomb – The Big One’
Like everyone else, we’ve been spending a huge amount of time at home in recent months. We’ve been trying to…
University Ready with Femme Luxe
My eldest daughter, Kerri is now 18. She is planning to start University in September. In preparation for this, she,…
Are There Big Wild Cats in Britain?
I’ve always been a believer that there are big cats roaming Britain and that most of these sightings are authentic.…
Reading the Classics: The Old Curiosity Shop
Reading the Classics has been a rather neglected category of my blog, precisely because I decided to tackle the mammoth…
10 Books That Have Stayed With Me
1. To Kill a Mockingbird The first book on my list of books that have stayed with me has to…
How I’m Getting Fit at Home
With our movements restricted and time outdoors limited, I’ve set myself a task. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been…
My Favourite Inspirational Quotes From History
During this time of uncertainty and isolation, we all need a good old pick me up! I’ve put together a…