In these plays, a terrible plague strike Thebes. Desperate to lift the curse, they beg the gods for a way out. But will they regret this answered prayer?
Book Club
Utopia: a genuine book or a parody of paradise?
A surprising quirk of this book is the fact that slavery, the death penalty, divorce and euthanasia all made an appearance.
Tales Of The Arabian Nights Definitely Felt 1,001 Nights-long
The Arabian Night starts badly. The King vows to marry a virgin daily and kill her the next morning to avoid being cheated on. Soon there’s only one left…
Is counter-cultural ‘Crunchy Cons’ on the money?
In this review: I cover Dreher’s counter-cultural Crunchy Cons and discuss the sections that resonated and one which left me deeply frustrated.
20 classic books you need to read in 2022
Did you set a goal to read more books but don’t know where to start? I’ve got a list of 20 classic books to get you started.
Can’t travel? This unique book will fulfil your wanderlust
A few weeks ago, I decided to buy The Land of Maybe A Faroe Islands Year by Tim Ecott. Honestly, this book will fulfil your wanderlust.
Found: the most addictive stationary
As you probably know by now, I am a big stationary gal. Over time I’ve found a few places which never fail when I’m looking for …
Why a journal is the secret to better mental health
A journal is a great tool for processing emotions. I want to bust a few journal myths today. If a visceral reaction to ‘dear diary’ is stopping you, read on.
Great reasons why you should be writing more letters
I’d like to make the case for writing more letters to your loved ones. In these crazy pandemic times, we need pixel-free connection. Letter writing is…
Four charming children’s books you are guaranteed to love
No matter your age, I think a trip down memory lane with classic kids’ books is essential. If you’ve got kids, use them as an excuse to read these sweet books!