π Ancient Texts
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π°οΈTimeless Truths
Does time even exist? Investigating a mind-bending paradox at the heart of our reality.
πThe Hunt for Hieroglyphs
Join the hunt for hieroglyphs! Discover how a stone found by French soldiers in 1799 became the key to unlocking ancient Egypt's secrets.
πTen (Allegedly) Mad Monarchs
Explore the outlandish tales of ten monarchs whose reigns teetered on the edge of madness, from Nebuchadnezzar's wild descent to Caligula's bizarre decrees.
πArticles | European History for History.com
I had quite a bit of fun writing these pieces on European topics for History.com, exploring figures and events that shaped the continent.
ποΈPetroglyphs
Exploring the beauty of ancient rock drawings and their connection to early human culture.
πΊAnasazi storage jar
A beautiful artifact of the ancient Anasazi Pueblo civilization, showcasing vibrant craftsmanship in ceramic storage vessels.
πFourth century Bible goes digital
A celebration of the cultural preservation efforts at the monastery on Mt. Sinai, highlighting the digitization of the Codex Sinaiticus, the oldest existing copy of the Bible.
πThe Lucca Choirbook
An astonishing tale of cultural recycling and musical rediscovery, all thanks to musicologists like Reinhard Strohm.
π₯οΈOn the Death and 441-Year Life of the Pixel
Exploring the evolution of pixels, from 16th-century designs to modern displays.
π¨Arabesques
From a lovely French collection of prints, this piece showcases "Arab art from the monuments of Cairo, from the 7th through the 19th centuries," illustrating a vibrant tapestry of designs over the centuries. Geolocation coordinates