PREFACE site design by Bob Atchison
Six Years at the Russian Court
Alexander Palace Time Machine Text Courtesy of Sarah Miller

Catherine the Great - the Bob Massie Biography

Read about Bob Massie's biography of the great Russian Empress and one of my favorite historical figures.

The Best Antique Roses for Your Austin Garden

This is Bob Atchison's guide to picking the best antique and old roses that do well in Austin.  There are plenty of rose-stories from Bob's past