Tag Archives: History

What the Middle Ages and my 11-Year-Old Can Teach us About Diversity

Posted on November 1, 2016 by Brenton Dickieson

Each year my son and I camp on Prince Edward Island’s heavenly north shore. On one of our hike days we scramble down the red clay rocks to the white sand beaches, hopping over huddles of dry moss as we … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged antisemitism, Charlottetown, Dante, diversity, farming, History, How the Irish Saved Civilization, immigration, medieval, Monasticism, Monty Python, Paradiso, PEI, Prince Edward Island, refugee crisis, The Divine Comedy, Thomas Cahill, University, vocation | 25 Comments

A Normal Day in C.S. Lewis’ Life as a Student

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Brenton Dickieson

Though the halls of Oxford are not yet filled for Michaelmas term, University students and faculty are back to work here in North America. No doubt, students are already concerned about how much they can accomplish. As they hustle between … Continue reading →

Posted in Letters, Lewis Biography | Tagged C.S. Lewis, Cecil Harwood, diaries, History, owen barfield, Oxford, Poetry, University, writing | 32 Comments

Reading Harry Potter in Oxford

Posted on September 6, 2016 by Brenton Dickieson

Back in the day, C.S. Lewis thought that industry and suburban sprawl was ruining Oxford. Decades later, industry has slid into the urban background and the suburbs are here to stay. If I had to say anything at all, I … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged C.S. Lewis, Harry Potter, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, History, Hogwarts, medieval, Oxford, The Eagle and Child, the Lamb and the Flag | 42 Comments

Canada and a 6th Century Monk

Posted on July 2, 2016 by Brenton Dickieson

This is super cool–another Canada Day post for intelligent readers. And another great post from writer, L.A. Smith. I have been fascinated with St. Brendan since I read Frederick Buechner‘s stunning little book, Brendan. I am his namesake, after all … Continue reading →

Posted in Guest Blogs, Thoughtful Essays | Tagged Canada, Canada Day, Frederick Buechner, History, L.A. Smith, St. Brendan | 5 Comments

Call for Submissions

Posted on January 22, 2016 by Brenton Dickieson

I have been pleased to have had a blog published at the Fellowship of the King. They have now sent out a call for poetry, short stories, and essays. Check it out! “The Fellowship of The King” (www.thefellowshipoftheking.net) is a … Continue reading →