‘The beauty and brilliancy of this insect are indescribable, and none but a naturalist can understand the intense excitement I experienced when I at length captured it. On taking it out of my net and opening the glorious wings, my heart began t…
This final Swordplay Saturday (the other will take place on 7 July and 11 August) will celebrate the entire range of 16th-century arts and entertainment. Enjoy historical sword-fighting on the lawn, watch the short play ‘Work for Cutlers or a M…
Philippe, duc d'Orléans and younger brother of Louis XIV, was one of the most flamboyant figures at the court of the Sun King. Beyond many juicy details, his life is a fascinating example of how differently from today emotional needs and sexua…