The Mystery of Family Photos
This post is for my cousin François, who has been visiting the blog to see…
The Novels of Mythic and Perilous Travel Across Borders
"Traveling is brutality. It forces you to trust strangers and to lose sight of all…
Lotte Reiniger: Silhouette Fairy Tale Films
I am gobsmacked by German artist Lotte Reiniger's gorgeous black papercuts that she used…
Barry Unsworth and the Best Long Sentence
I have respect for authors who manage to write incredibly long, complicated sentences — but…
“Distant Footsteps” Cesar Vallejo
Years ago my daughter introduced me to this wonderful Peruvian poet. I was delighted…
Basho’s Reflection On Marriage: Akechi’s Wife
Moon, come down andcome alone. I have to tell you allabout Akechi’s wife….