Wordwatch: Taupe
Originating from the French noun taupe meaning “mole”, the word “taupe” describes the brownish-grey colour of a mole’s skin.
Originating from the French noun taupe meaning “mole”, the word “taupe” describes the brownish-grey colour of a mole’s skin.
This week’s poem describes a deep appreciation of the English countryside by naturist and ‘war poet’ Edward Thomas.
Prince Philip’s extraordinary story is testament to an era of tumultuous change.
One hundred years ago the guns fell silent, the fighting stopped, the killing ended. Finally after four long and wearying years Britain was once again
During World War I, the only way to keep in touch with loved ones who were serving in the armed forces was through letters. Sent
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