The Story of Sigismund a Former Slave
In Thessaly, I met a man named Sigismund, whose life story deeply affected me. He had been a slave to several masters and had...
Night Watch and the Use of Dogs
In many towns, the people follow a particular custom for safety. At night, they drive all the dogs out of the town. By doing...
Crime and Safety Measures for Travelers
Although robbery is severely punished in these regions, it is still often committed. Gypsies, in particular, are believed to be well practiced in this...
Savory Seafood Delights Three Irresistible Recipes
Fried Fish Balls A Crispy Delight
Ingredients
2 fresh bonito, de-boned
1 egg
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 bunch flat-leaf parsley, chopped fine
2 tbsp bread crumbs
1 onion,...
Sumptuous Seafood Creations
Bonito with Oranges A Citrusy Delight
Ingredients
1 fresh bonito, cut in thick slices
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup wine vinegar
2 bay leaves
1 tsp...
Landmarks in Simple Language
Historical Writings and Landmarks in Simple Language
Prohibition at the Temple Court
“No Gentile may pass beyond the railing into the court round the Temple; he...
Antiochus Strategos part 24
After this, a priest who came from Spain to St. Benedict’s and stayed there asked permission of Abbot Petronax to go to Rome. When...
Antiochus Strategos part 27
Willibald and Mother Church, like a hen that cherishes her offspring beneath her wings, won over many adoptive sons to the Lord, protecting them...
War with the Scyths part 1
War with the Scyths (1087-90)
I at the approach of spring Tzelgu (the supreme commander of the Scythian army) crossed the passes above the Danube...
War with the Scyths part 2
II In this manner, then, the Scythians were driven out from the districts round Macedonia and Philippopolis, but they returned and encamped beside the...
