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Kitty Jay
I have visited the grave at least once before on Dartmoor. You could easily miss it; save for a flash of colour at the side of the road and the elevated earth and stone that marks the resting place. The … Continue reading
Posted in Devon, England, historical, history and literature, Thoughts, Uncategorized
Tagged Dartmoor, Devon, England, history, Kitty Jay, social history
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Mausoleum: The face behind the stone
She challenges Penelope, the loyal wife of Odysseus, for the role of faithful companion. Some ancient texts claim she drank the ashes of her cremated husband in tribute. In history, Artemisia is known for creating a palatial monument for her … Continue reading
The Mystery of Books
My mother hated cleaning, so from a very early age our agreement was that if I took responsibility of housekeeper, she would read to me. For about ten years, our arrangement exposed me to many classics. The size of our … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Book Review, children, historical, history and literature
Tagged history, Norah Lofts, reading, Wayside Tavern
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A Captured Trench
My family seemed to know that they were a part of history; not that they were notables or history makers for anyone other than their own loving family, but a disproportionate amount of them (women included) seemed to have a … Continue reading
Brushed With Mystery 