There are many words in English referring to different (yet often very similar) bodies of stationary freshwater. In this post we'll go through the main ones.
English vocabulary: Bodies of stationary freshwater
Listening tips: The life and work of Robert Frost
With Robert Frost's birthday approaching, in this instalment of my monthly listening tips I present a selection of podcasts on the subject of his life and works โ perfect for those unfamiliar with his oeuvre, but also of interest to those who already love his writings.ย
‘The Way through the Woods’ by Rudyard Kipling
Not long ago, on one of my nature walks I visited a small lake near the town of Barajevo, Serbia. Once I got back home, I searched my library for a poem that would go well with my mental images of the place. And here it is - the subject of this blog post - Rudyard Kiplingโs โThe Way through the Woodsโ.ย
Book review: ‘The Wonder’ by Emma Donoghue
There is a film adaptation, but read the book first: you wonโt be able to put this page-turner down until the very end!
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