Monthly Archives: June 2026

Kew Gardens – Flowers – Part 1

Posted on June 24, 2026 by Allen Mesch

Kew Gardens is a botanical garden in southwest London founded in 1759 that houses the “largest and most diverse botanical and mycological collections in the world”. Its living collections include some of the 27,000 taxa curated by the Royal Botanic … Continue reading →

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Why Doesn’t History Get More Respect?

Posted on June 8, 2026 by Allen Mesch

Why History Is Important History is Relevant(BombayMuseum.org) History is far more than a list of dates and events. It provides a way of thinking that helps us understand ourselves, our societies, and the world we live in. Studying history is … Continue reading →

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The Assassin

Posted on June 1, 2026 by Allen Mesch

Overview The Assassin is a political thriller set during the Gaza war between Hamas and Israel. Dr. Russell Conrad is once again pulled into the shadowy world of the CIA and Mossad. With support from David Abraham and Sophia Kessler, … Continue reading →

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