Tag Archives: John Evelyn

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Almost anything that sets us above savages, maintained Samuel Johnson, has come from the shores of Mediterranean. Italy, more than any other country, has shown the way out of the darkness of time; just as her towns have always been … Continue reading

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Winter is upon us. Each adapt in their own manner for better or worse. … from Jonathan Jones: Bruegel’s paintings are not just prophecies. They are recipes of adaptation, illustrating new ways to live with the cold: how to inhabit … Continue reading

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HOW TO STEAL SCEPTER & ORB: THANK OFFERINGS OF THE CURIOUS

Here lies the man who boldly hath run through More villainles than England ever knew; And ne’er to any friend he had was true. Here let him then by all unpitied lie, And let’s rejoice his time was come to … Continue reading

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