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martinifisher.com
Ancient Greek and Roman world gave us many individuals who were celebrities in their day and whose careers provide us with what we recognize today as different aspects of the modern celebrity culture such as endorsements, groupies and 15 minutes of fame - albeit without the terminology. The price of fame in the ancient world... |
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justhistoryposts.com
We tend to have a juxtaposed view of the ancient past: that people were simultaneously less advanced than us, with archaic views on women, people of different races, and little technology, but also great forefathers in maths, science, democracy, and capable of creating wondrous feats of engineering that even today we're not quite sure how... |
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hudsonreview.com
[AI summary] The article reviews Ann Schmiesing's biography of the Brothers Grimm, highlighting their lives, work, and the enduring appeal of their fairy tales. It discusses their sources, the evolution of their stories, and the cultural impact of their tales, which often contain moral lessons, horror elements, and a unique blend of darkness and humor. The review also touches on how their stories have been reinterpreted by various authors and artists, emphasizing their timeless relevance. |
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www.thefrumiousconsortium.net
This month I reached the end of Diana Wynne Jones's life in my year of reading all the books by Diana Wynne Jones! I read The Game, House of Many Ways,... |
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