Raphaelle OBrien
Contributing Writer
ROB - Flucky
A translator of English and Russian into French, Raphaelle O'Brien also writes articles on cinema as well as literary columns for various magazines and French newspapers. In addition to her passion for traveling and cultural exploration, she has a particular interest in the Renaissance, a period that she loves for its authors, thinkers, great explorers and for the energy that defines the era.
She views suite101 as an opportunity to tackle new subjects and a new form of writing, as well as a way to discover more about France, where she lives.
Latest Articles
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Intelligent Windows: a new way to save energy
The Americans may have perfected a new material which keeps heat in when it's cold and reflects it when it's hot.
Sep 2, 2011
- Raphaelle OBrien
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Go Glamping in France, a Glamorous Version of Camping
It's now trendy to sleep under a tepee, in a hut, bivouac or bubble. A contraction of glamour and camping, Glamping re-embroiders Dad's camping badge.
Jun 16, 2011
- Raphaelle OBrien
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Visiting Spain: Gijón, hot-spot of the Spanish Costa Verde
29 km from Oviedo, Asturias, on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, Gijón boasts a beach, town and greenery.
May 23, 2011
- Raphaelle OBrien
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Henri IV : The Mythology of France's Most Popular King
Popular imagery has been good to the first Bourbon king. How did the
sayings and representations about Henri IV originate?
Apr 22, 2011
- Raphaelle OBrien
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Visit Oviedo, Capital of Asturias, in the North-West of Spain
A cosmopolitan town in the north of the Iberian peninsula, Oviedo "The Ancient" maintains an old world charm around its Cathedral.
Apr 12, 2011
- Raphaelle OBrien
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Legends and Tales from Auvergne, the Volcanic Region of France
The four French départements Cantal, Puy de Dôme, Haute-Loire and Allier all have rich and mysterious oral histories, packed with superstition and legends!
Mar 29, 2011
- Raphaelle OBrien
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Visit Paris: Bloody History and Mysteries in rue de la Roquette
The Parisian street that snakes between Place de la Bastille and the Père Lachaise cemetery hides some dark secrets.
Mar 11, 2011
- Raphaelle OBrien
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Philarmonics, Agnes Obel's Fabulous Album
Danish artist's spellbinding songs earn her a gold disc and a sell-out European concert tour.
Mar 11, 2011
- Raphaelle OBrien
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Visit Paris Flea Market: Antiques, Vintage Finds and Bargains
Between the Clignancourt neighbourhood and Saint-Ouen, the biggest flea market in Europe evolves, attracting buyers and browsers from around the world.
Mar 11, 2011
- Raphaelle OBrien
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6000 Year Old Winery Found in Armenia
American archeologists have found the oldest known wine making equipment in the Areni-1 cave, near to Vayots Dzor in Armenia
Feb 15, 2011
- Raphaelle OBrien
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