Monthly Archives: April 2019

Shakespeare’s Garden

In the grounds of Northwestern University, situated in Evanston north of Chicago, there is a smallish formal garden, bounded by high hedges, and furnished with stone seats, a sundial, and a wall-fountain. It is usually deserted; the odd elderly lady, … Continue reading

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Visiting Rousseau on the Île St Pierre

    © Tourismus Biel Seeland Another month, another author’s home. Those of you fond of mountains and lakes will be pleased to hear that we’re heading out of Geneva, and making our way to the Île St Pierre, for … Continue reading

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