Last time I failed to post anything for a few days, I got a kind note from a reader checking that I was all right. The truth is that I have less to write about these days. I gave up writing about politics when (British) politics itself resumed a semblance of normality, although one can hardly say that of international affairs. And I feel that I have written about everything architectural within easy reach of E1. So, the blog has entered a period of torpor while I concentrate on writing about Vanbrugh, due for publication, I hope, in 2026, the year of his tercentenary. That at least is making good progress, so my posts will remain intermittent for the foreseeable future.
| Charles | Saumarez | Smith | 
Well, if your posts are intermittent, mine are non-existent! The trouble with academia is that the workload isn’t spread evenly throughout the year. September brings a flurry of activity, as does October. I am only beginning to claw back some “me” time! I am glad that you are well. Please don’t tempt me to write about politics. It would be unprintable!
I enjoy your posts because I have learned a great deal about things I know little about, mainly, architecture. It’s always pleasing to learn something new, so thank you.
Thank you ! Charles