Generosa et religiosa virago (A generous and devout heroic woman) - Westminster Chronicler How high does the arrogance of woman rise if it is not restrained? - Henry III Amesbury, 21st November 2025 I tried to do the right thing and contact the Amesbury Abbey Nursing Home beforehand to see if I could make an... Continue Reading →
Isabella of Angouleme (c.1188-1246)
Very much in need of the intercession of endowed prayers for her soul - Matthew Paris If that lady offended the Lord in many things, she did much to please him - Saint-Maixent Marlborough, June 18 2025 In the absence of an actual place I know that was meaningful to Isabella of Angouleme, I have... Continue Reading →
Eleanor of Aquitaine (1122-1204)
KINGSTON UPON THAMES, APRIL 23rd 2017 Here we go! I should go into more detail; I can’t just say ‘spent the day here’ – this will be an official travel diary to treasure for…oh…days at least after I come home. I’m travelling relatively light, meaning one pair of pants and every electronic device I own.... Continue Reading →