Natalia Ginzburg's Overlooked Legacy
Liz Potter from Birmingham writes to express disappointment that a recent Guardian editorial on historian Carlo Ginzburg did not mention his mother, Natalia Ginzburg. According to Potter, Natalia Ginzburg is "one of the greatest writers of the 20th century in Italian or any language." She raised her children during internal exile in Abruzzo and later in Rome after their father, Leone Ginzburg, was murdered by the fascist regime.
Half Man Half Biscuit Album Correction
Peter Collins of London corrects a previous letter about the Half Man Half Biscuit song "All I Want for Christmas is a Dukla Prague Away Kit." Collins notes that the song appeared on their 1987 album Back Again in the DHSS, not their 1985 debut Back in the DHSS, calling it "an important distinction."
Memory Test Question Validity
Anne Spargo from Upper Colwall, Herefordshire, reflects on her time as a GP, noting that asking patients to recall the current prime minister was a standard memory test. She suggests this question may no longer be valid, implying a change in the political landscape.
Andy Burnham Photo Critique
Rhys Harrison from Llandudno, Conwy, criticizes a photo of Andy Burnham holding a pint, calling it "too Farage-like." Harrison requests that the first such photo be the last, as it resembles the style of Nigel Farage.
Roman Emperors Historical Note
Professor John Galloway of Croxley Green, Hertfordshire, adds to the discussion on Roman emperors, noting that AD69 was the year of four emperors, but AD193 saw five men claim the title of Roman emperor.
