Subject: Historical
Shakespeare’s England
“He was a man, take him for all in all, I shall not look upon his like again.” There are few works in the English language more engaging, evocative and timeless than the plays and sonnets of William Shakespeare. And there is certainly no English writer, or perhaps any writer ever, who has had such… Read more of Shakespeare’s England »
Castles in the Clouds
A Spectacular Journey through Southwestern France The evocative region of southwestern France has had a long and deeply-entrenched specific regional character which sets it apart. But it was an enigmatic sect of Christians here that thrust this area onto the world stage when they proved to be a threat to the established Church in the… Read more of Castles in the Clouds »
Edinburgh Enchantment
In a very real sense, the culture the Anglo-Saxons formed in the British Isles during the period between the Roman occupation and the Norman Conquest laid the foundations for the English speaking world we know today. Exploring their story makes for a breathtaking trek to some of the most fascinating historical and archaeological sites in… Read more of Edinburgh Enchantment »
The Medieval Castle
Thousands of castles survive in Europe’s historic landscape. So many, in fact, that any visitor is certain to encounter one, two, or several of them while traveling there. Thus, learning how to approach castles, their styles, architecture, form, significance, and historical impact will most certainly enrich the experience of anyone planning to visit Europe. These… Read more of The Medieval Castle »