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Robert Boyle (1627-1691) : The man

thank you Candy47.

jarodhk, on 01/20/2016

200-Year-Old Chinese Giant Salamander in Cave Near Chongqing, China

Wow! I suppose a close encounter with one of these creatures burns into your memory forever. I remember reading Capek's book, mentioned above, and it was delightful - loaded with action and humor. I cordially recommend it:)

Tolovaj, on 01/20/2016

England's Own Anthem

frankbeswick, The lines to Blake's Jerusalem are lovely! Do you know of any strong candidates for Northern Ireland's own anthem?

DerdriuMarriner, on 01/20/2016

Book Review: The Moor

frankbeswick, This is the kind of book that numbers among my favorites for reading carefully. Cultural geography is so fascinating, and it's helpful to find a book which is attuned not only to their famous renditions by the Bronte family but ...

DerdriuMarriner, on 01/20/2016

Winter Walking

frankbeswick, All of the walks have inspiring, interesting experiences and observations, but I must admit to a particular delight in reading about Dunham Massey and your reflections on the woody changes since your children's childhood. My ...

DerdriuMarriner, on 01/20/2016

Coping with the flood:floating gardens

frankbeswick, The distances between the American and Asian gardens suggests to me that evidence of similar gardening styles may be found elsewhere, more or less anciently. Supposedly, Atlantis, whose description and black and red coloration make ...

DerdriuMarriner, on 01/20/2016

Robert Boyle (1627-1691) : The man

I never heard of Robert Boyle, your article is educational and enlightening. Thanks.

candy47, on 01/20/2016

How to Cook Spaghetti Squash

Yes MBC, healthier and lighter than pasta. You don't feel 'heavy' after eating spaghetti squash.

candy47, on 01/20/2016

Stephen Fry in America. Stephen Fry, His Book, and His Take on California

Mira, It's interesting to understand Stephen Fry's perspective and also to compare it with other resident or visiting Brits. Just yesterday, I was watching a compilation of interviews of David Bowie, and it began with his impressions of living ...

DerdriuMarriner, on 01/20/2016

Holocaust Memorial Day Interview with Rainer Höss, Grandson of Rudolf Architect of Auschwitz

very informative interview and touching www.loudvoice.blogspot.com

jarodhk, on 01/20/2016

Stephen Fry in America: The First Three Episodes of the Six-Part BBC Series

Mira, Stephen Fry's reference to Amish country always puzzles me because by the time of the filming they were long gone from Wisconsin. The fact that it's not authentically Amish may number among the reasons for not getting filmed what he talks ...

DerdriuMarriner, on 01/20/2016

Did the FBI Confiscate Nikola Tesla's Papers?

I agree mihgasper! There is so much we don't know about Tesla.

candy47, on 01/20/2016

How to Cook Spaghetti Squash

I love spaghetti Squash! And it's healthier than pasta.

MBC, on 01/20/2016

Shirley Muldowney - Race Car Driver

Good question. I don't know what she drove off the track, but I know she liked her Mustang funny car.

candy47, on 01/20/2016

Attracting and Preserving Bluebirds

They are so gorgeous. I only see Mountain and Western here in Colorado above about 7,000 ft.

MBC, on 01/20/2016