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Younger Dryas Cold Snap Ancient History, Big History, History of Science / December 8, 2023 / anthropology, environmental history, pre-history One of the joys about cutting-edge studies that merge scientific data with the discipline of history is the chance to answer questions that we never…
Perfume Cones from the New Kingdom Era of Ancient Egypt Ancient History / October 26, 2023 / art, women The women in these murals from the New Kingdom Era of Ancient Egypt 16th-11th centuries BCE are wearing perfume cones on their heads. Flowers and…
St. Daniel The Stylite Ancient History, Byzantine History / September 25, 2023 / Christian history St. Daniel (5th century) was a “Stylite” or pillar saint. That meant sequestering oneself to the top of a tall column and living there. An…
First Humor from Hierocles and Philagrius Ancient History / September 18, 2024 / Eurasia/Middle Eastern history, literature “Humor is just another defense against the universe,” quipped the great Mel Brooks, and the great comedian’s sentiments extend far back in recorded history. I…
