Their troubles begin with their parents’ deaths and their adoption by Count Olaf, the notorious (albeit ridiculous) villain of the series who assumes a new identity in each book — all in pursuit of the Baudelaires’ vast fortune, which always seems just out of reach. This is the one ...
My Discovery of England, 1922 by Leacock, Stephen, 1869-1944 Introduction of Mr. Stephen Leacock Given by Sir Owen Seaman on the Occasion of His First Lecture in London LADIES AND GENTLEMEN: It is usual on these occasions for the chairman to begin someth
A straight piece of copper wire long enough to reach from the cup, and dip about a half inch into the mercury, had its ends amalgamated, and a small round piece of cork fixed on to one...
You can really relax and admire nature here as it feels like you are miles away from a big and busy city like London but in fact, it can be reached so quickly. The closest tube station is Hampstead station on the Northern Line. From here you can reach the Pergola by walking 15 minute...