A Great Novel of Nature to Finish an Amazing Series of Exploration

Great Northern? Is the last book in Arthur Ransome’s 12-book long series (Swallows and Amazons).  As the cruise comes to an end, Dick discovers a pair of great northern divers nesting in the British Isles, something that has never been seen before. When the Ds, Amazons, Swallows and Captain Flint reach a harbour, Dick decides … Read more

United Kingdom, Douze Points, and One Very Confused Cat

I lean forward, eyes glued to the TV as I wait to hear words that haven’t been spoken for decades. My hands glide through my cat’s fur as I listen hopefully. The Eurovision host speaks: “3rd place goes to Germany. 2nd place goes to Norway. And finally, 1st place goes to…” “Yes!” I shout as … Read more