The sight of the tomb might have evoked sighs or even tears in the tender-hearted readers of Susanna Rowsonâs 1791 novel Charlotte, A Tale of Truth, who would have recalled how Miss Temple, a naive 16-year-old British girl, had been seduced by the villainous rake Lord Montraville, brought to America, and then abandoned as he went off to marry another woman and fight in the Revolutionary War.
The belief that a religious or spiritual entity has the power to control the weather is widespread in Brazil, where there is âa ritualized understanding of nature,â says Renzo Taddei, an associate professor of anthropology at the Federal University of SĂŁo Paulo who has studied the Foundation.
The toe-relief lacing technique helps relieve pressure on swollen or sore toes by loosening the front of the boot while maintaining a secure fit elsewhere.
And even though the ongoing cultural exchange with other Gaelic traditions has the potential to compromise the integrity of Cape Bretonâs unique musical style, they are invaluable connections as long as local practitioners navigate their differences with intentionality.
Europeâs Rhine, Moselle, Seine, and Danube rivers bring many of the continentâs most timeless landmarks and best-kept secrets front and center, as they wind past rolling vineyards and impressive fortress ruins, utilizing remarkable feats of engineering as they go.
The fort is open for a visit and the local military museum is based there, disclosing the day-to-day life of Czechoslovak soldiers and the functioning of the interwar Army.
Whether youâre looking to spend your time hiking up the side of a volcano, or lounging on a pristine white beach, the chances are good that youâll find a destination that suits you.
Added to CHLâs expanding eco-focused Urban Naturalist series, our journey began with passage through Buttermilk Channel, the tidal strait between Brooklyn and reborn, multi-use Governors Island which dairy farmers once boated across to sell their milk in Manhattan markets.
Interestingly, 80% of lightning strike victims are male â a likely correlation to the higher percentage of men who either work outdoors or spend their leisure time outside.
On an exterior wall of a convent in Kiel, northern Germany, two stone medallions known as Die RÀuberköpfe ("The Robbers' Heads") display carved portraits that local lore links to two infamous highwaymen, Kruse and Rott.
Walking inside feels like a step back in time, with wooden paneling, simple furniture, and various maritime artifacts like ship models and navigation tools, all creating a charming atmosphere.
âIn cities that have experienced the fastest warming temperatures, they tended to have faster increases in their rat numbers as well,â said Jonathan Richardson, an urban ecologist at the University of Richmond and lead author of the paper.
