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Comment on My Journey to India by Alice Tang

Alice Tang — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 01:48:15 +0000

Thank you all!
The reason for this trip was mainly the search for a mysterious trade route to India. Second, we did not exactly take the time to stop at Cape of Good Hope. During our journey we discovered that we had rounded the Cape.
Ah, we were greeted by the people to great Calicut. They were wonderful to us from the start! I must agree that the monsoon winds were very uncooperative! It took up much of our precious time! When we finally reached our destination, we could not help but just CELEBRATE!

Comment on Ferdinand Magellan by Sonum Naidu

Sonum Naidu — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 13:59:41 +0000

Dearest Magellan,

I respect your determination in trying to get the voyage started, and the risk you have taken on this voyage because of the dangers involved. I am very impressed, and I hope you realize it will all be worth the honor you will receive after the voyage is completed. However I would have to agree with Michelagniolo who responded earlier. Your crew should also receive recognition and I feel that they should be honored along with you for this incredible feat. I wish you luck and smooth sailing towards the Phillipines.

Sincerely,
Person

Comment on ST. THOMAS AQUINAS by Caroline Fanelli

Caroline Fanelli — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 13:59:38 +0000

Dearest St. Thomas Aquinas-
Your views upon Aristotle are very interesting, considering they go against many views of the philosophers and significant people of your time. Although after observing your views, I conclude that your way of thinking is very like that of Aristotle, and I know there has even been confusion over how your logic differs from his.
However I think that a large portion of the public will have difficulty accepting your personal views, as they are quite strict and different from how society works. If you take slower steps and more gradually build your views, the people will be more likely to accept them.
The Ghost of St. Francis Asissi

Comment on Leif Eriksson by Nate Bess

Nate Bess — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 13:59:31 +0000

I really feel for you about not getting the title as the first European explorer to land in North America. On the other you were the first to land in North America which is something special even if everyone gives all the credit to Christopher Columbus.
One thing that I didn’t like about what you were saying was converting to Christianity. I believe that you should follow what you have your entire life. Don’t let other people convince you into doing something if you don’t know if you are questioning it. On the plus side you discovered America

Rock On!

Comment on Michelagniolo by Alexa Meinhardt

Alexa Meinhardt — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 13:59:25 +0000

Michaelangelo,

As Massacio already pointed out, you are a wonderful artist! Your poetry inspires me and nearly brings tears to my eyes. Why, then, would you criticize yourself and say you are NOT an artist? Your works will live on for eternity, I feel it in my bones. Also, may I ask to whom this letter is addressed?
Once again, I am extremely impressed with you and I hope to see you succeed later on.

All the best,
A Secret Friend

Comment on William the Conqueror by David Frisch

David Frisch — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 13:59:21 +0000

Greetings Sir William, I am very glad that you married. I suppose that you should be the rightful king but is invading the right thing to do. Finding others to rebel with you is a good idea but i do not believe an attack on England is the right idea. I do not believe that Harold Godswinson is the best choose for king. But were you.Did you want that king position so badly that you are willing to go to war?

Comment on My Journey to India by Brittney Thompson

Brittney Thompson — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 13:59:15 +0000

Dear Mr. Da Gama,
I enjoyed reading your comments on your voyage. Your trip sounded incredible and you made several great discoveries. What were some items that you brought home with you? I am proud of you buddy, you made great accomplishments. I guess Portugal picked the right person to sponsor; however my journey would have changed history even more.
No hard feelings though,
C.C.

Comment on Michelagniolo by Kate Foley

Kate Foley — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 13:59:13 +0000

Dear Michaelagelo,
I am very impressed by your accomplishments. I think your paintings are marvelous. I enjoyed reading your blog.

Comment on Leonardo da Vinci by Lauren Foster

Lauren Foster — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 13:58:50 +0000

Leonardo da Vinci,
I really like your blog! I really like the style you have written it in. Danette makes a good point that you could have described some of the paintings more. You described his moods well I think, but not exactly how he feels about the art works. But this is an impressive piece.

Comment on Leonardo da Vinci by Charlie Winters

Charlie Winters — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 13:58:20 +0000

Hey Leonardo! I really enjoyed reading about your accomplishments and experiences in your life. I think that it’s interesting that you feel as though you can’t finish “The Last Supper” because it is very hard to depict Jesus’ face. I feel like that would be very difficult to figure out myself. Also Michelangelo seems a little bit like a jerk to you and I think that is not acceptable. Also i love your work the “Mona Lisa” it is very mysterious and I can tell you took a lot of time to get the air and her eyes just right. I have a question also, what is your favorite work that you have created???