and that over the centuries additions were made — a theory of accretion. The most convincing champion of this theory was the English Liberal banker and historian George Grote, whose great
When you travel at high speeds,the present means ___: you live mainly in the future because you spend most of your time looking forward to arriving at some other place. But actual arrival, when it is ___, is meaningless. You want to move on again. By traveling like this, you ___...
“(The most convincing explanation was by the author William Hong. He thinks that Du Fu was caught up in some kind of scandal that affected many students that year. His rejection had little to do with his exam results. The other explanation is that Du Fu’s talent for poetry was greater...
Wells Story Looks Surprisingly Good Most recently adapted by Leigh Whannell for Universal’s 2020 movie The Invisible Man, the classic H.G. Wells story gets a new adaptation with this year’s Fear the Invisible Man.It’s not an official Universal Studios horror movie, mind you, but Wells’...
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Pavee Lackeen: The Traveller Girl: Directed by Perry Ogden. With Winnie Maughan, Rose Maughan, Rosie Maughan, Paddy Maughan. An intimate portrait of a resilient and spirited young girl and her proud and dignified family, who are part of Ireland's "travel
Now I will agree that immediately after the assassination, and while President Johnson was taking the place of President Kennedy, let me say in all respect that this was not the time to bring these truths before the public. But after his time in office most people think — I don’t ...
The Story Collector weaves an Irish tale so intriguing, even the most skeptical of the paranormal would be caught off guard. It blends the stories of two women, one from 2011 and the other from one hundred years earlier, as they struggle to find bits of themselves. Sarah, "the American,...
The story is entertaining but the most interesting thing about this book is Paris in 1967. Maigret takes platform buses that no longer exist. He goes to typical Parisian brasseries and Simenon enjoys describing his meals and beverages. He walks on the streets and near places that are now dest...
Venice is arguably the most romantic place in the world. With serene rivers and canals winding through the city, there are unforgettable sights at every turn. But it’s not the only romantic city in Europe. Get to know the European cities that claim to be the “Venice of the North” by...