A rustic retreat that’s off-grid however on-line | Journey

Your article (‘I step outside into a cacophony of nature’: an off-grid escape within the west of England, 11 October) sings the praises of a cottage that, on its web site, boasts concerning the quick broadband, copious USB factors and good cell phone sign. Hardly “off-grid” then.
Janet Thompson
West Runton, Norfolk

Like Bob Brody (‘Stay true to yourself – and fly closer to the sun’: what I’ve discovered from 50 years of rejection, 8 October), I’ve revealed two books and over a thousand articles, however had many extra rejections – in my case, within the tutorial area. The ratio is way worse for my grant purposes. I counsel younger researchers to domesticate a thick pores and skin and a brief reminiscence.
Prof Mark Woodward
Drummoyne, New South Wales, Australia

Re utilizing the radio to assist with dozing off (Letters, 10 October), Radio 4’s Today in Parliament at 11.30pm may be very helpful: “Order, order…” works virtually instantly. If parliament shouldn’t be sitting, In Our Time, accessible on demand, additionally works a deal with.
Tim Martineau
Prenton, Merseyside

My favorite mondegreen (Letters, 3 October) was from an interview with Andy Murray following a grand slam victory. The interviewer requested: “How do you feel after that match, Andy?” The subtitle learn: “How do you feel after that much brandy?”
Richard Williams
Hove, East Sussex

It could also be time for a Guardian wallchart on the advantages of Brexit (We all know Brexit’s in charge for the disaster going through UK metal…, 10 October). Cheap to provide as it can be clean.
Neil Sanderson
Newbury, Berkshire