
Shakespeare’s sonnets – which is the most beautiful?
On this day in 1609 Shakespeare’s sonnets were first published in London. Shakespeare’s writings are well known for their many hidden meanings and illusions and... Read More

Tom Wolfe nearly made a career in baseball
On this day in 1931 the writer and journalist Tom Wolfe was born. Wolfe excelled both academically and at baseball – he considered turning professional.... Read More