I have no sympathy for Rev. Charles Dodgson –Lewis Carroll–, and his best-known books are not among my favourites, despite I sincerely recognize their quality and merit. But… Read more “A foxy Alice down the rabbit’s hole”
Month: May 2018
Telescoped quotations – from Francis Bacon back to King Salomon
Francis Bacon (1561 – 1626), like his almost contemporary fellow philosopher Michel de Montaigne (1533 – 1592) was very fond of quotations. Both their main works: Bacon’s “Essays” (3… Read more “Telescoped quotations – from Francis Bacon back to King Salomon”
The Swimmer who did not know how to swim – (My humble crush on Burt Lancaster)
I liked Burt Lancaster from the very minute he appeared on the screen in the very first movie I watched featuring him (The Unforgiven, by John Huston).… Read more “The Swimmer who did not know how to swim – (My humble crush on Burt Lancaster)”
® “3 days – 3 quotes” challenge (1)
I heartily thank Liz —Under my skin— for nominating me (I do thank her and love her anyway 🙂 ) Here are the Rules of this challenge:… Read more “® “3 days – 3 quotes” challenge (1)”
Loveliest? – Rita Hayworth (II)
These last years, several persons have asked me why am I always blogging about my sister’s affections and the things she most liked (which is not strictly… Read more “Loveliest? – Rita Hayworth (II)”
Was She Ever Lovelier? – Rita Hayworth (I)
As a sample of the large collection of images of Rita Hayworth that Ari Fontrodona collected during years, here are some of her favourites. All show dancing… Read more “Was She Ever Lovelier? – Rita Hayworth (I)”
Portrait from Beyond
Some portraits remain in the memory no matter how long ago they were taken. To me, this is one of them. It tells me, and reminds me,… Read more “Portrait from Beyond”
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