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Shakespeare and Murder at Sarajevo

Posted on August 4, 2014 by jimmie

“Here’s the smell of the blood still: all the perfumes of Arabia will not sweeten this little hand.” (Macbeth, act 1, sc. 5) Part 1 During this summer of our discontent, much has been said and written about the massacre … Continue reading →

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Shakespeare, French Revolution and World War One

Posted on July 15, 2014 by jimmie

“The cannons have their bowels full of wrath, And ready mounted are they to spit forth Their iron indignation ‘gainst your walls” King John, act 2, sc. 1 This year’s July features two important anniversaries. On July 14th, 1789, the … Continue reading →

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