Rosie and Renee Practice the Art of Papercutting The oldest examples of paper cuts come from 8th century China, although it is possible that the Chinese have been creating designs and cutting paper since paper was invented there in the 2nd century but the examples lost, due to paper's delicate nature. The art was practiced … Continue reading The Art of Papercutting
The d’ Artagnan Romances & “Between Two Kings”
Alexandre Dumas, c. 1859–1870. Carte de Visite Collection, Boston Public Library/ Le Siecle- original publications (1844 & 1847) Written by Alexandre Dumas in collaboration with Auguste Maquet, whose story and strained collaboration with Dumas deserves its own post, the d' Artagnan romances remain the main inspiration for all versions of the Musketeer story, including the BBC … Continue reading The d’ Artagnan Romances & “Between Two Kings”
Twelve Years After 