Enlightened Age

Recently I purchased the most adorable pair of Summer flats. I couldn't resist them as I noticed a pair of ballet pointe style slippers...

The River Thames has an interesting story. Named in Middle English "Temese", the word comes from the Celtic meaning "dark...

This week is the running of Ascot horse races, one of the major events of England's social calendar. Located in Ascot, Berkshire, it is...

This week is the 199th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo. Fought June 18, 1815, a defining moment in British history, so important tha...

I recently read an article from the BBC News on Benedict Cumberbatch (Sherlock), and how he is so attractive BECAUSE he is not beautiful, ...

As a bit of a tribute to D-Day, I purchased Band of Brothers, the 2001 HBO mini-series. I have a thing about WWII, and this series is certa...

I am almost finished reading Moby Dick. A long book, but worth the read. I came upon Chapter 110 the other evening, entitled "Decanter...