Monthly Archives: April 2015

The Last Word….
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I have avoided commenting on the debates in detail mainly because we all reveal our own (party) prejudices inevitably in listening to discussion – even when we agree with a speaker –  and we tend to hear the things that … Continue reading

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United we Stand – divided they rule – the politics of the Union
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United we stand? Party politicians on all sides should be chary about the tactics they employ in this general election over the political legitimacy of potential coalition partners – for they may have effects which are unexpected and potentially irreversible. … Continue reading

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Game of Thrones II – a rough Guide to the Wars of the Roses continued…
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A rough Guide to the Wars of the Roses – Part II –  a culture of claim & counter-claim. Edward III: sire of princes & father of the Royal Dukes In addition to the Black Prince, Edward (of Woodstock) Prince of … Continue reading

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A Game of Thrones (a rough guide to the wars of the Roses)
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A rough guide to the wars of the Roses – Burying King Richard III Laying to rest the earthly remains of Richard III seems to have dug up a lot of a-historical nonsense long buried by good historical research. In the … Continue reading

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