Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers

Dorus and Anna are proud parents of seven children, although their first was stillborn.  Dorus, a minister, and Anna raised their children to put family first and educated them at home.  It wasn’t until the children were grown that they took on the family business in dealing artwork.  The two eldest surviving Van Gogh brothers … Continue reading Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers

Mount Vernon Love Story

George Washington’s military and political accomplishments are well known, from his famous Revolutionary War battles to his nomination to our first Commander-in-Chief.  His personal life, however, is not nearly as well known.  His portraits give an impression of a straightforward, serious General, but his life at home may have been very different.  George Washington’s love … Continue reading Mount Vernon Love Story

Introducing Patreon & Added Benefits for Subscribers

Hi Friends! I have enjoyed getting to know you through our Social Media channels and comments on our blog the past 6 months.  I have really enjoyed sharing books with you and talking about our favorites. Now comes the tough part no creator wants to admit: it can be expensive to run a blog.  Between … Continue reading Introducing Patreon & Added Benefits for Subscribers