By Tim Lambert The Holodomor was a man-made famine in Ukraine in 1932-33. It was caused by Stalin, and it led to the deaths of millions of people. Stalin decided that farms in Ukraine should be collectivized. The peasants would be deprived of their land and domestic animals. They would be made to work as… Continue reading The Holodomor
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My Pictures of Krakow
By Tim Lambert Kraków is a beautiful city in Poland with a long and interesting history. Today, it is still thriving. Here are some pictures I took of Krakow on a trip in 2025. A view of Krakow Another view of the city This is a very nice restaurant in Krakow St Mary’s Basilica Me… Continue reading My Pictures of Krakow
The Scarlet Shoes
A Story by Chloe Annabel The Scarlet Shoes is a heartwarming tale for younger readers, filled with charm and a touch of sparkle. Featuring enchanting illustrations and a selection of fun games to enjoy after the story, this book invites readers to follow the Scarlet Shoes wherever they may wander… because you never know where… Continue reading The Scarlet Shoes
A History of Dogs
By Tim Lambert Ancient Dogs Dogs are man’s best friends. Dogs were the first animals to be domesticated, and they have been companions and helpers ever since. About 40,000 years ago, wolves began to live with humans. At that time, people were hunter-gatherers. Some wolves may have gone to their camps looking for scraps. In… Continue reading A History of Dogs
Life in the 1950s
By Tim Lambert Britain Becomes an Affluent Society The 1950s were a period of prosperity for Britain. There was full employment. At the beginning of the decade many items were still rationed. However rationing was gradually removed. Sweet rationing ended in 1953 and meat rationing followed in 1954. For the first time Britain became an… Continue reading Life in the 1950s
A History of Lesbians
By Tim Lambert Early Lesbians Lesbianism has always existed, of course, but less was written about lesbians than about gay men. In the Ancient World, lesbianism was seldom written about. Sappho was a Greek poet who lived about 600 BC. She likely was a lesbian. Unfortunately, little is known about her and little of her… Continue reading A History of Lesbians
Pictures of Bradford on Avon
By Tim Lambert Bradford on Avon is a small but charming town in Wiltshire known for its old buildings. These are some pictures I took in the town. The 14th century Tithe Barn Bradford on Avon Library and Museum The Bridge Tea Rooms in Bradford on Avon A sculpture in Bradford on Avon The town… Continue reading Pictures of Bradford on Avon
A Brief History of Bread
By Tim Lambert Ancient Bread For thousands of years, until the end of the 19th century, bread was ‘the staff of life’ in Western Asia and most of Europe. Indeed, the word bread was sometimes a synonym for food. In Prehistoric Times, people ate flatbread. It’s believed that the Egyptians discovered leavened bread. The staple… Continue reading A Brief History of Bread
A History of the Post Office
By Tim Lambert In the Ancient World, it was important for kings and emperors to be able to send and receive messages over long distances. Not surprisingly, many Ancient Civilisations had systems for delivering messages. In the Roman Empire, a service called the Cursus Publicus carried official messages using relays of horses. In the Middle… Continue reading A History of the Post Office
Life for Viking Women
By Tim Lambert Viking women had considerable freedom. They could own land and inherit property. They could also divorce their husbands. If their husband was away on an expedition, they were responsible for running the farm. However, the Vikings captured women and children on their raids and made them slaves. They were sold in markets,… Continue reading Life for Viking Women