Edna St Vincent Millay lights a candle
On this day in 1892 the American lyrical poet Edna St. Vincent Millay was born. Raised in rural Maine, Millay moved to New York City... Read More
St Valentine’s day has a long history
On this day the feast of St. Valentine is held. In early tradition, Valentine’s Day was the date that birds began to choose their mates,... Read More
Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet has more than one theme
On this day in 1595 the first performance of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet took place. This tale of teenage love, violence and death is the... Read More
John Milton, a ‘cow ready for milking’
On this day in 1608 the English poet John Milton was born, 16 years before the death of Shakespeare. His Republican views brought him into... Read More
J F Kennedy – hero with a secret
To listen to this post, click here – On this day in 1963 US President John F Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. The... Read More
King Richard II’s finest hour, aged 14
To listen to this post, click here – On this day in 1399 King Richard II of England was forced to abdicate in favour of... Read More
Brigitte Bardot, sex symbol turned animal rights campaigner
To listen to this post, click here – On this day in 1934 the French film star and animal rights campaigner Brigitte Bardot was born.... Read More