Tag: Greece
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BR97) “The Spartans” Book Review
The Spartans: The World of the Warrior-Heroes of Ancient Greece by Paul Cartledge. 2/5 rating. Book #22 of 2020. Read April 12, 2020. This was an in-depth discussion about Ancient Sparta, from before their rise to prominence and power, all the way to their eventual fall and movement into a normal city in Greece (from…
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BR50) Natural Born Heroes Book Review
Natural Born Heroes: How a Daring Band of Misfits Mastered the Lost Secrets of Strength and Endurance by Christopher McDougall. 5/5 rating. Book #125 of 2019. Read October 29, 2019. I absolutely loved this book! I read “Born to Run” also by Chris earlier this year and loved it so much I figured I’d pick…
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17) Airport Sleeping
As much as I love travel, it’s not always easy, or for that matter, enjoyable! Last May, as a graduation present from college, my parents took me on a European Cruise from Venice to four different Greek locations. It was probably the most amazing trip I have ever been on. And while I could talk…