An important tradition in Limerick writing is the use of geography and place names. Some many of these whimsical verses sing the praises of characters known […]
Summer vacation is typically a time to turn away from formal studies and head towards places like Disneyland or the beach. For my kids, it’s a […]
Limericks have a special, if specious, association with Ireland. But bookworms and lit lovers the world over seem to appreciate the rhyming five-liner. From Lapland to […]
It’s a been a busy year so far. Bouncing back from the stretch of pandemic, my kids are advancing in both attitude and aptitude. Meanwhile, I’ve […]
School is out, and it’s time to dive into our summer reading lists. Of course, the King of Limericks always has something to offer in the […]
Between 1788 and 1793, G.F.W. Hegel attended the University of Tübingen, better known as the Tübingen Stift, a Protestant Lutheran Seminary in southern Germany. During these […]