Myra Robinson
Myra Robinson is a semi-retired ex head teacher with a specialism in children with behaviour problems. For that, she says, you need the ability not to take yourself too seriously, and a good sense of humour.
She also has a passion for the correct use of English, carrying with her wherever she goes the means to make minor corrections to the written word, eliminating incorrect apostrophes and correcting spellings.
She has written and published articles on a wide variety of subjects, but mainly on education and travel, in newspapers (including The Daily Telegraph and the Independent) and magazines, including regular pieces for the on line Italy Magazine. Her first book, Fried Flowers and Fango was published in March. This is the amusing story of her adventures in Italy, buying a small flat in a faded spa town, and her attempts to understand and eventually befriend the crazy local characters. The book is available through Amazon or Author House.
Myra lives in Newcastle upon Tyne, where she is a local magistrate, and works to support families who educate at home. She has just begun writing a blog, The Silver Snail in Italy.
Latest Articles
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The Victoria and Albert Museum, London: Full of Surprises
The V and A is on most visitors' lists of 'must sees' in London. But allow at least half a day for hidden treasures, a great shop, and magical tea rooms!
Mar 11, 2012
- Myra Robinson
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Some Advice on Driving Through France in the Low Season
Driving through France is a pleasure at any time of year, but this winter it has become increasingly difficult to find overnight accommodation and a meal.
Dec 2, 2011
- Myra Robinson
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London's Latest Blockbuster Exhibition: Leonardo da Vinci
The blockbuster Leonardo exhibition opens on November 9th 2011 at London's National Gallery. Is it worth joining the crowds, or not?
Nov 8, 2011
- Myra Robinson
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Gonzoogling? A Few Observations on English Canals
Gonzoogling is the canal equivalent of train spotting; hanging around locks, watching and giving superfluous advice. It's actually rather addictive!
Nov 8, 2011
- Myra Robinson
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Budget Holidays in West Sardinia
True, Silvio Berlusconi takes his holidays in Sardinia so you'd expect it to be expensive, exclusive and glamorous. But that's the east coast. Try the west!
Nov 2, 2011
- Myra Robinson
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Choosing Which British Airport to Fly From: a Rating System
Often with a choice of airport to fly from, we take the nearest, but it may not be the most convenient. You need to consider transport, facilities, design.
Oct 8, 2011
- Myra Robinson
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Rule Britannia! The Last Night of the Proms: Good or Bad?
Is the Last Night of the Proms a jingoistic absurdity, or a genuine attempt to bring the very best of classical music to the masses at an affordable price?
Sep 11, 2011
- Myra Robinson
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A Living Art Gallery: the Village of San Sperate in Sardinia
Imagine a Sardinian village where every house is brightly painted with murals, and every street feels like a giant comic strip or a huge art reference book.
Sep 8, 2011
- Myra Robinson
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Would You Eat Tripe, Donkey or Horsemeat?
We are so squeamish about what we eat. On the Continent, it's rather different. There, culinary traditions reach back to all-but-forgotten poverty food.
Aug 13, 2011
- Myra Robinson
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Italian Spa Towns: Taking the Cure with Hot Water, Steam and Mud
Having a thermal cure is almost an Italian obsession. Fashionable grand spa towns vie with traditional resorts for the reputation of the best mud in Italy.
Jul 17, 2011
- Myra Robinson
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