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How a new branch of historical painting emerged
The French Revolution is arguably one of the most important moments of French history. It all started quite slowly and progressively. When Louis XVI inherited the throne along with his Austrian wife, Marie Antoinette, France was destitute. It had just … Continue reading
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Moving House
I have just moved to a somewhat bigger house. It now accommodates my bedroom, as well as a separate office. My office is completely set up, and I’m ready for learning. However, there are distractions all around. Most notable among them is … Continue reading
Saint Valentine’s Day
St. Valentine’s Day is almost completely shrouded in legends and mystery. It’s actually origins could come from multiple places. Firstly, connections with the actual saints, for yes, there were numerous Valentines, are unknown. When romance began being associated, which Valentine … Continue reading
Kodo Taiko Performance in Dublin
Yesterday (Sunday) I attended the Kodo Taiko family experience (before the concert) at the National Concert Hall. I had no idea what to expect, as the ticket to go was a surprise ticket and I only knew where I was … Continue reading
Posted in Society
Tagged drum, drums, dublin, family experience, ireland, japanese, kodo, taiko
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Main Highlights : 10/02/2012
- The FBI file on Steve Jobs was released. The background check revealed his drug uses in the 1970′s, including marijuana and LSD, and his suspicious moral character. The file also said: “Several individuals questioned Mr Jobs’ honesty stating that … Continue reading
Alexandre Dumas
Alexandre Dumas was a french writer most known for his works Le Comte de Monte-Cristo (The Count of Monte Cristo) and Les Trois Mousquetaires (The Three Musketeers). He was born in Picardy in France on the 24th of July 1802. … Continue reading
The Count of Monte Cristo (1998) Review
The Count of Monte Cristo is not a film, but rather a mini series consisting of four episodes. It was directed by Josée Dayan, and stars Gérard Depardieu. I watched it in its original version, that is, french. Since I … Continue reading
Posted in Cinematography
Tagged 1998, count of monte cristo, gerard depardieu, review
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03/02/2012 : Main Highlights
- Punxsutawney Phil, the famous groundhog, saw his shadow yesterday, predicting another six weeks of winter. However, almost all other groundhogs in other states did not see their shadows. I hope no one is reliving yesterday… – A big freeze … Continue reading
Conditionals in Javascript
Using Codecademy, I learned if/else statements, nested if/else statements, switch statements, and ternary operators in Javascript! If/Else Statements: Switch Statements: Ternary Operators: Share on Facebook
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Napoléon Bonaparte
Napoléon Bonaparte was a general most famously known for his status as emperor after the French Revolution. He was born on Corsica, south of France, and went to military school as a child. He eventually progressed to general, but refused … Continue reading
Posted in History
Tagged bonaparte, civil code, emperor, france, hundred days, josephine, napoléon
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