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La Gazette 1633: Historical News Today

Posted on May 31, 2021 by kethuprofumo

Esteemed Readers, no matter intense battles, the air of peace has appeared in our historical tidings. Indeed, the life goes on while the Thirty Year’s War (1618-1648) is moving to so desired Pax…It is 1633 yet & only negotiations are … Continue reading →

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Voyage de Siam par l’Abbé de Choisy 1685-1686 III

Posted on May 7, 2021 by kethuprofumo

Esteemed Readers, we have reached the Canary Islands! Hurrah! We are sailing Northeast. It is too far from Siam yet, however the spirit of a true journey is with us: Aboard the Oiseau, 13 March 1685 “…We are going to … Continue reading →

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Saints of the Russian Orthodox Church: Saint Nicholas

Posted on March 3, 2021 by kethuprofumo

  Saint Nicholas of Myra is one of our main Patron Saints. In Russian he has several other names: Nikolaj Ug’odnik, Sviat’itel Nikolaj,Nikolaj Chudotv’orets/Wondermaker. In the Orthodox tradition he is Saint Patron of sailors, prisoners, orphans.There are numerous reconstructed churches … Continue reading →

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Louis XIV Asks Riddles II

Posted on February 23, 2021 by kethuprofumo

Esteemed Readers, I hope that this pretty riddle of the 17th century perfect for frosty weather worldwide will warm you up no matter its sense. Good luck! “I’m water but not liquid. I’m a humid powder formed by Jupiter. However … Continue reading →

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Louis XIV Asks Riddles I

Posted on January 25, 2021 by kethuprofumo

  Esteemed Readers, it is already 2021 & we go on our section of the historical riddles. This time I have chosen a very romantic one as soon St Valentine’s comes. Let it be a good hint for you. Good … Continue reading →

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Dedicated to Tom Jobim: Bossa Nova Movie (2000)

Posted on January 21, 2021 by kethuprofumo

Is it possible to unite the genius music by Tom Jobim & cinema? The answer is simple: without any problems! Moreover, a perfect plot, a great shooting & a proper film message will create a completely incredible masterpiece. As, for … Continue reading →

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Mercure Galant:Louis XIV Travels to Luxembourg V

Posted on October 5, 2020 by kethuprofumo

Esteemed Readers, we continue travelling no matter that it is October. Our trip is save, no masks are necessary. Meanwhile far away in a diachrony in June 1687 the time has stopped & it is still a wonderful peaceful summer … Continue reading →

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Louis XIV Asks Riddles IX

Posted on September 26, 2020 by kethuprofumo

Esteemed Readers, today I would like to present you a historical riddle out of time. The object hidden in it is one of the most essential things in our world, important almost for each of us even at present. I … Continue reading →

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Louis XIV Asks Riddles VIII

Posted on August 24, 2020 by kethuprofumo

Esteemed Readers, a beautiful summer of crazy 2020 is almost over. So, let’s meet autumn with this curious & rather industrial riddle belonging to Louis XIV’s times. Good luck! “I never walk around the town. If I do I wear … Continue reading →

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La Gazette in 2020: Historical News Today

Posted on July 31, 2020 by kethuprofumo

Esteemed Readers, it is already the end of July & it is time to share with you some European news 1632. (For newcomers we are still in the Thirty Year’s time 1618-1648. Europe is in war fires, there are calamities … Continue reading →

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