Writing

You are no doubt expecting me to expound on the romance of flowers in Victorian art, but I think I shall instead start with...

“I know a bank where the wild thyme blows,Where oxlips and the nodding violet grows,Quite over-canopied with luscious woodbine,With sweet musk-roses and with eglantine.”—Oberon...

“One day I was counting the cats and I absent-mindedly counted myself.” —Bobbie Ann Mason, “Residents and Transients” Women and cats have a long history together,...

Feature Image: The White Stag by Annie Stegg @anniestegg You’re walking through the woods one day, just as twilight stars begin to shimmer through the leaves. Everything...

Feature Image: Princess Sabra, or The King’s Daughter (1865), by Edward Burne-Jones Once there was a story that lost its end. It turned in tepid circles grasping ideas &...

Illuminated manuscripts—handcrafted medieval books—captivate with their vivid colors and intricate details, offering a tangible connection to a time when images were scarce and reproduction was a sacred art.

Hello! To honor Enchanted Living’s magnificent spring 2024 Book Lovers issue, I'm going to share from my personal collection of books and bookish things … over 40 years...

Dive into the allure of Dark Academia, where mystique meets intellect in a world of Gothic architecture, sinister secrets, and opulent indulgence. Explore the roots, motifs, and core values of this burgeoning subculture that intertwines literature, art, and academia. Uncover the sinister underbelly of prestigious institutions and the haunting allure of forbidden knowledge. Discover the enchantment of Dark Academia through captivating tales of murder, obsession, and intellectualism.

Explore the enchanting world of the Providence Athenæum, where the lines between library and temple blur. Follow a librarian's nightly ritual, paying homage to Athena and the rich tapestry of history woven into every corner. Delve into tales of literary legends, haunted echoes, and the gentle whispers of ancient wisdom, all amidst the cozy embrace of dusty tomes and flickering fairy lights. Step into this magical realm, where even the fountain outside holds secrets and promises of return. Discover the Providence Athenæum: more than just a library, a sanctuary for seekers of knowledge and lovers of stories.

Explore the rich history and artistry of book production, from the evolution of calligraphy inks to the rise of the printing press. Discover the magic of decorated edges, the allure of Brobdingnagiana and Lilliputiana, and the cautionary tales of books with fatal secrets. Join the celebration of bibliophilia and the enduring power of books to inspire, comfort, and connect readers across generations.