Tag Archives: Sarajevo

Snippets of Europe

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Brian D. Butler

Illustrator, teacher and Fulbright scholar Emma Fick has created a marvelous digital sketchbook of her life and travels in Europe. “Snippets” is a charming, whimsical and introspective pictorial journal of observations of European culture and life on the road from … Continue reading →

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Sarajevo: Rescue and Revival

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Brian D. Butler

On January 15th in Sarajevo, a new library opened to the public :  the reborn Gazi Husrev Bey Library which is home to a priceless collection of rare books and manuscripts dating from 1106. The original library was established in 1537 … Continue reading →

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A Tale of Two Bridges

Posted on December 16, 2012 by Brian D. Butler

I can’t explain my interest in brilliantly designed bridges and I don’t feel the need to explore it. So, here’s a tale of two more way cool new bridges in Europe. Designed by Amsterdam-based NEXT Architects, this stunning span connects … Continue reading →

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