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Literature has long been a source of inspiration for romance. Stories of classic love—from grand gestures to intimate moments—offer timeless ideas that you can adapt for an extra special proposal. While marriage rates in the U.S. have declined in recent decades, millions of us still tie the knot each year….
For centuries, Egypt has been at the crossroads of civilisations, where pharaohs ruled, empires clashed, and cultures mingled. Today, it continues to draw visitors from around the world, and it is, of course, a bucket list destination for many travellers. That said, the country has seen its share of turmoil,…
Pairing the right book with the perfect travel destination can transform your journey from a simple visit to an immersive cultural and emotional adventure. Imagine strolling through the same streets that your current fictional characters inhabit or standing atop the very ruins pondered by historical figures in your non-fiction narrative….
Explore the allure of Siena for yourself before traversing its winding pathways firsthand. Delve into a realm of ancient piazzas, meandering streets, and the sprawling vineyards of Tuscany. Immerse yourself in the medieval essence of this renowned city. Discover the treasures of one of Tuscany’s most famed destinations without leaving…
In the eyes of travellers, there are effectively two Egypts. There’s the Egypt of the Red Sea, with resorts dotted along the coast offering tourists all the luxuries one would desire. Places like Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh, where the East embraces the West, create a sense of cosmopolitanism rarely…
Most people these days prefer learning a foreign language with the help of mobile apps and interactive solutions like Memrise or the famous Duolingo. Not many will recall those times when grammar and pronunciation were approached with the help of books. Some of them have already gained legendary status. While…
Have you ever thought about doing something so outlandish and inconceivable that it may actually work? This is exactly what Robyn Davidson did when she decided to embark on a trip across the Australian desert in 1977. It may not sound at all remarkable but when you think that, at…
Borges or I should say, Jorge Luis Borges, was predominately a poet and short-essay writer from Argentina. Awarded a Nobel Prize for Literature posthumously, Borges was highly influential to 20th century Latin American Literature due to his stories that, in part, were laden with philosophical meanings. What is possibly even…
“It was northern Italy which gave him his first taste of freedom, of passion, of companionship under fire, perhaps too of the liberty from the Protestant constrictions of the American heartland in which he had grown up.” (Page 7) When people think of the great writer, how do they picture…
Back in 1999 R. A. Dalkey experienced his first night of what he describes as wild camping but in fact, is probably more comparable to rough sleeping. What he did realise however is that a small part of him really enjoyed it, even if he was close to getting frostbite….
It’s October 2010 and Willem Brandt is being dropped off at New Dawn Training Camp with a backpack full of expensive items to help him survive his time there. From khaki trousers and boots, to mess tins and a hunting knife, the list was comprehensive, suggesting to the recipient that…
What did Suzie say to Alexandra to cause her to throw prosecco over her in front of a full restaurant? Before being introduced to the two main characters of this novel, you can’t help but be drawn in by the prologue. Intrigued by who these two individuals are and what…