19th Century Monarchy’s last hurrah? Edward VII’s funeral in 1910 It could have been at a rather upmarket fancy-dress party. The dress was certainly fancy; the guests well-to-do; the event evidently unusual. But as well Read More » 16th January 2013 2 Comments
20th Century Dasgupta’s SOLO: A Spectacular Literary Symphony with Jazz Riffs on a 20th Century Life A blind Bulgarian chemist sits alone in his flat, sweltering in the Sofia summer heat. As he approaches his 100th birthday, his still sighted mind’s Read More » 28th April 2011 1 Comment
Beauty amidst the Brutalists in Bulgaria Apologies for the rather contrived alliteration but couldn’t resist. Have been in Sofia, Bulgaria since Monday and on my way now to Athens for another Read More » 26th January 2011 No Comments
Light & Shadows – in Sofia & Alba Iulia A couple of pics from recent Romania/Bulgaria trip… (click on each for the whole set) In Sofia, Bulgaria – Holy Sunday Orthodox Church In Alba Read More » 18th September 2009 No Comments