GOP Panic Spreads to Pennsylvania [Click] "Republicans have spent over $9 million in a blue-collar district Trump carried by 20 points. If the GOP can’t win there, they’re in deep trouble."
And May's government requires the support of the DUP, which demands there be no distinction between Northern Ireland and the rest of the UK, and also that the border with the Republic be open. And so far the Tories have kept driving toward a Brexit that will make that impossible. I foresee the UK government losing a confidence vote.
"Hidden behind the herb garden of [Frankenstein] castle, there is a fountain of youth. Legend is that in the first full-moon night after Walpurgis Night, old women from the nearby villages had to undergo tests of courage. The one who succeeded became rejuvenated to the age she had been on the night of her wedding. It is not known if this tradition is still being practiced these days. …In a remote part of the forest behind Frankenstein Castle on 417 meter high Mount Ilbes, compasses do not work properly due to magnetic stone formations of natural origin. Local nature enthusiasts and witchcraft practitioners are said[who?] to perform rituals at these magnetic places on special occasions like Walpurgis Night or summer solstice. The magnetic stones can be visited by everyone, but it is advisable not to disturb ongoing ritual activities at any means."
Interesting about the anniversary of the Shelley book, since I am currently reading for one of my book clubs The Strange Case of the Alchemist's Daughter. Haven't yet gotten to the point where a Frankenstein descendant joins the group that includes Mary Jeckyll, Diana Hyde, Beatrice Rappacini (from the Hawthorne story), and Catherine Moreau. Oh, yes, and Sherlock Holmes also appears. The Whitechaple murders do not exactly mimic those we know from history, since different parts of the women's bodies are being taken.
I'm currently half way through the book, and I think the best description is "a delightful romp." Which is something coming from me, since I usually prefer to take my books a bit more seriously.
I must say that the book sounds rather lacking; no wyvern? [grin] Methinks it might find its way to my wishlist as well. ANYTHING delightful is MOST WELCOME these days.
I've signed up to do texting (from my computer) for the Biss campaign (Illinois governor). More to it than I anticipated -- the idea is to have a back-and-forth conversation if the voter is interested. But the primary is only a little over two weeks away, so it probably won't be too much. Until the general election, that is.
GOP Panic Spreads to Pennsylvania [Click] "Republicans have spent over $9 million in a blue-collar district Trump carried by 20 points. If the GOP can’t win there, they’re in deep trouble."
ReplyDeleteSoundin' good.
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Re Northern Ireland: As I understand it noone wants a hard border, least of all the Northern Irish, who voted overwhelmingly to remain.
ReplyDeleteAnd May's government requires the support of the DUP, which demands there be no distinction between Northern Ireland and the rest of the UK, and also that the border with the Republic be open. And so far the Tories have kept driving toward a Brexit that will make that impossible. I foresee the UK government losing a confidence vote.
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The simplest explanation for Trump's behavior? [Click] Occam's razor…
ReplyDeleteTrump's embrace of Russia: The evidence on public display already paints a jarring picture [Click]
Germany’s coalition deal safeguards the Merkel/Macron vision of Europe [Click]
In a German grand coalition or not, SPD’s survival is at risk [Click]
Two hundred years since the publication of Frankenstein: or the Modern Prometheus [Click]
--Alan
From Wikipedia:
Delete"Hidden behind the herb garden of [Frankenstein] castle, there is a fountain of youth. Legend is that in the first full-moon night after Walpurgis Night, old women from the nearby villages had to undergo tests of courage. The one who succeeded became rejuvenated to the age she had been on the night of her wedding. It is not known if this tradition is still being practiced these days. …In a remote part of the forest behind Frankenstein Castle on 417 meter high Mount Ilbes, compasses do not work properly due to magnetic stone formations of natural origin. Local nature enthusiasts and witchcraft practitioners are said[who?] to perform rituals at these magnetic places on special occasions like Walpurgis Night or summer solstice. The magnetic stones can be visited by everyone, but it is advisable not to disturb ongoing ritual activities at any means."
I wouldn't dream of it!
Interesting about the anniversary of the Shelley book, since I am currently reading for one of my book clubs The Strange Case of the Alchemist's Daughter. Haven't yet gotten to the point where a Frankenstein descendant joins the group that includes Mary Jeckyll, Diana Hyde, Beatrice Rappacini (from the Hawthorne story), and Catherine Moreau. Oh, yes, and Sherlock Holmes also appears. The Whitechaple murders do not exactly mimic those we know from history, since different parts of the women's bodies are being taken.
Delete"He is scared and angry."
DeleteThat would certainly explain a lot. And, as you say, the simplest explanation is usually the best.
Bill, I've added the book to my BARD wish list, from where it can be downloaded to my iPhone or iPad. Thanks.
DeleteI'm currently half way through the book, and I think the best description is "a delightful romp." Which is something coming from me, since I usually prefer to take my books a bit more seriously.
DeleteI must say that the book sounds rather lacking; no wyvern? [grin] Methinks it might find its way to my wishlist as well. ANYTHING delightful is MOST WELCOME these days.
DeleteAlan
I've signed up to do texting (from my computer) for the Biss campaign (Illinois governor). More to it than I anticipated -- the idea is to have a back-and-forth conversation if the voter is interested. But the primary is only a little over two weeks away, so it probably won't be too much. Until the general election, that is.
ReplyDeleteGreat links (scary and angry is spot on, but add in mentally insane). Good for you, helping out, Bill!
ReplyDeletelistener--I sent a couple of e-mails to your julianswindow address--my apologies if that is the wrong one.
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