Amazing Grace The true tale of the 18th-century British politician William Wilberforce and his fight to end slavery in the British Empire. Though as a young man Wilberforce is torn between politics and the church, he is inspired to action by John Newton, a penitent monk who is haunted by his past as a slave-ship […]
The Brick Testament - Not for fundamentalists, you have been warned, but IMO this is a lovingly crafted version of the Bible illustrated with, of all things, Lego. It even contains warnings for nudity, sexual content, violence and swearing. Who would have thought religion could be so much fun?
Becoming Jane A biographical portrait of a pre-fame Jane Austen. Set in the early life of of one of my favourite authors, it portrays a love story between Jane and Tom Lefroy (The real Mr Darcy?) but this was only a possible flirtation, as no one knows if it really happened. Still it makes for […]
My fridge is broken, and that's how I came across this blog Fix it Now does what it says on the label. It guides you through fixing home applicances, in a clear and straightforward manner. Unfortunately my fridge is still cooking instead of cooling, but 10 out of 10 for effort.
Every month I choose a quote from people far wiser than me to appear here.
