Category Archives: History
Cathars | Cathartic.
Another, final post from wonderful Languedoc. So many wondrous things to see and do; walking or boating the gorgeous Canal de Midi… …to exploring superb architecture… and extraordinary ecclesiastical art…. …to hillwalking the landscapes of mountain and dramatic, steep sided river valleys.
Cathars | Cathartic.
Another, final post from wonderful Languedoc. So many wondrous things to see and do; walking or boating the gorgeous Canal de Midi… …to exploring superb architecture… and extraordinary ecclesiastical art…. …to hillwalking the landscapes of mountain and dramatic, steep sided river valleys.
Custom-made Beauty. – Power, genius and intrigue, in 18th century Dublin.
I recently posted on an event that runs in Dublin November each year called Open House, dedicated to architecture by helping to educate and inform us all about the history and practice of that great art, and by giving the
Custom-made Beauty. – Power, genius and intrigue, in 18th century Dublin.
I recently posted on an event that runs in Dublin November each year called Open House, dedicated to architecture by helping to educate and inform us all about the history and practice of that great art, and by giving the
These were a few of my favourite things.
I’ve not to date participated in that Word Press institution known as “the Daily Prompt”. You know the one, it’s for those who like to blog everyday, but occasionally find themselves, temporarily, stuck for inspiration. “The Prompt” is a suggested
These were a few of my favourite things.
I’ve not to date participated in that Word Press institution known as “the Daily Prompt”. You know the one, it’s for those who like to blog everyday, but occasionally find themselves, temporarily, stuck for inspiration. “The Prompt” is a suggested
Another day in Paris-dise (or Hell for the unlucky)
I was about to abandon the little memoir of my recent Paris jaunt, and blog instead about other things. Time- after all- marches on. Tempus fugit and all that. But then I looked at some photos saved on the computer,
Another day in Paris-dise (or Hell for the unlucky)
I was about to abandon the little memoir of my recent Paris jaunt, and blog instead about other things. Time- after all- marches on. Tempus fugit and all that. But then I looked at some photos saved on the computer,
We’ll always have Paris.
Since Christmas is a time for families, and since my sister and my niece were not with us this year, my mother and I made a slightly late-in-the day, slightly haphazard and snap decision to go to Paris for 5
We’ll always have Paris.
Since Christmas is a time for families, and since my sister and my niece were not with us this year, my mother and I made a slightly late-in-the day, slightly haphazard and snap decision to go to Paris for 5
Saint Patricks Tour, 3- a shorter post
Last week we covered the history and foundation of Dublin’s cathedral of Saint Patrick’s, a long, immense, complex web of religious and civil politics, spanning from early “Celtic era” saints, to Viking warriors; from Plantagenet kings to Norman archbishops. Congratulations
Saint Patricks Tour, 3- a shorter post
Last week we covered the history and foundation of Dublin’s cathedral of Saint Patrick’s, a long, immense, complex web of religious and civil politics, spanning from early “Celtic era” saints, to Viking warriors; from Plantagenet kings to Norman archbishops. Congratulations
The Origins of Saint Patricks cathedral.
Health Warning: This post is intended as a history resource and contains a Lot of information. You’ve been warned ! Important Note 2: Note on photography, maps, and image credits. all photographs in this article are by the author, unless otherwise noted.
The Origins of Saint Patricks cathedral.
Health Warning: This post is intended as a history resource and contains a Lot of information. You’ve been warned ! Important Note 2: Note on photography, maps, and image credits. all photographs in this article are by the author, unless otherwise noted.
Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, my favourite place in the world.
As an architecture and history obsessive, I often discuss with my students their favorite Dublin visits and “sights”. The great medieval Cathedral of Saint Patrick’s came up in class conversation the other day. I was a little mystified, not to
Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, my favourite place in the world.
As an architecture and history obsessive, I often discuss with my students their favorite Dublin visits and “sights”. The great medieval Cathedral of Saint Patrick’s came up in class conversation the other day. I was a little mystified, not to
Pont Aven Washout & the Cathedral and the Bridges of Quimper.
The day after Carnac, Mike and I drop Lindsey off at the train station to make her way home. It’s a sad moment, the Fellowship of the Mast is coming to an end. Later the same afternoon Mike and I
Pont Aven Washout & the Cathedral and the Bridges of Quimper.
The day after Carnac, Mike and I drop Lindsey off at the train station to make her way home. It’s a sad moment, the Fellowship of the Mast is coming to an end. Later the same afternoon Mike and I
Sailing Brittany part VII- Audierne to Concarneau.
Another days sailing done. Having survived a mix of weathers, a run-in with a spiteful tug boat and long day’s sail, we find ourselves coming into view of our next stop: Concarneau. Passing the first harbor walls, it is a
Sailing Brittany part VII- Audierne to Concarneau.
Another days sailing done. Having survived a mix of weathers, a run-in with a spiteful tug boat and long day’s sail, we find ourselves coming into view of our next stop: Concarneau. Passing the first harbor walls, it is a
