She had me at “besotted.” In the introduction to her latest book—How to Mellify a Corpse and Other Human Stories of Ancient Science and Superstition—historian Vicki León describes herself as being “besotted” with ancient history. I totally relate. Being besotted means that not only are you blown away by the beauty, wisdom and even genius of the object of your affection, … [Read more...] about Book Review: A Book After My Own Heart
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Finally, the cover for CLEOPATRA RULES!
The shot of young queen Cleopatra VII is actually a self-portrait by photographer Elizabeth Salib (c). CLEOPATRA RULES! (Boyds Mill Press) comes out August 15. … [Read more...] about Finally, the cover for CLEOPATRA RULES!
