Death Comes to Pemberley review
Because of a particularly nasty dental appointment, I found myself with a lot of time to finish P.D. James’ Death Comes to …
“I am lost without my Boswell”
While writing my previous post pooh-poohing the idea of Holmes as autistic, I mentioned my belief—one shared by many—that Holmes’ quirks are …
Enclosure movement:
The Enclosure Movement was a practice whereby wealthy landowners could buy and consolidate smaller tracts of land, including the village commons, and …
What I’m reading: Death Comes to Pemberley
OK, it comes as a surprise to no one that I should be reading Death Comes to Pemberley, which I am quite …
Jane Austen Made Me Do It review
At long last, I have finished reading Jane Austen Made Me Do It, a collection of short stories inspired by Jane Austen. …
Let Holmes be Holmes: Diagnosing the great detective
At the end of The Final Problem, Doctor John H. Watson calls Sherlock Holmes “the best and the wisest man whom I …
What I’m reading: Narrow Boat
Narrow Boat by L.T.C. Rolt is his personal account of fitting out and then living with his new wife aboard the Cressy …
What I’m reading — Jane’s Fame: How Jane Austen Conquered the World
According to the Barnes and Noble website: Jane’s Fame tells the fascinating story of Jane Austen’s renown, from the years of rejection …
Dr Watson’s Neglected Patients Holmes Birthday Party
Dr Watson’s Neglected Patients recently celebrated the birthday of the good doctor’s friend, Sherlock Holmes, the celebrated detective and cause of all …
Horrible Histories: Work, Terrible Work!
Could I have more, please … more Horrible Histories.