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Mysteries of the Ancient World
Have you ever stumbled upon a relic from the past so baffling that it seems to rewrite the annals of history? The world is teeming with such enigmatic artifacts, each offering a tantalizing glimpse into a past that defies conventional understanding. From spheres that spin on their own to hammers encased in ancient rock, these discoveries ignite our imagination and challenge our perception of history. Let's delve into some of these fascinating finds and the mysteries they harbor.
By Ellen J Williams3 days ago in History
Why Does Western Law Not Apply to International Law?
In our interconnected world, the term international law often pops up in news reports, academic discussions, and diplomatic dialogues. It governs the conduct of nations, ensuring peace, stability, and cooperation across borders. However, one intriguing aspect is why Western law, despite its global influence, doesn't always apply to international law. This phenomenon, rooted in historical, cultural, and political intricacies, offers a fascinating exploration of how diverse legal systems coexist and interact on the world stage.
By Ellen J Williams3 days ago in History
Lewis Carroll’s Illustrations for “Alice’s Adventures Under Ground” (1864)
W]hat is the use of a book”, asks Alice in the opening scene to Lewis Carroll’s Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, “without pictures or conversations?” This question from Alice is at once a critique of her sister’s pictureless tome, and a paving the way for the delight of words and images to follow. Indeed, John Tenniel’s famous illustrations — for both the first edition of Wonderland and its sequel Through the Looking-Glass — have become integral to how we experience the story, in both books and film. Tenniel, however, was not the first to illustrate the tale. That honor belongs to Carroll himself, whose original manuscript of the story (then titled “Alice’s Adventures Under Ground”) is littered with thirty-seven of his own sepia-ink drawings. It seems this entwining of word and image — so important to the published version — was there from the beginning.
By Samiya khan 3 days ago in History
Egyptian Scrolls Reveal HANGOVER Cure. AI-Generated.
The discovery of ancient Egyptian scrolls revealing a remedy for hangovers provides a fascinating glimpse into the medical practices and daily life of one of history’s most advanced civilizations. These scrolls, written in hieratic script and dating back over 2,000 years, offer valuable insights into the ingenuity and resourcefulness of ancient Egyptian medicine.
By Marveline Merab3 days ago in History
History of Isaac Newton . AI-Generated.
Sir Isaac Newton (1643-1727) was a prestigious English physicist, mathematician, and researcher who assumed a significant part in the Logical Unrest of the seventeenth hundred years. Here is a short outline of his set of experiences:
By Tresha Kevin4 days ago in History
The Cabman’s Story: The Mysteries of a London “Growler”
We had to take a “growler,” for the day looked rather threatening and we agreed that it would be a very bad way of beginning our holiday by getting wet, especially when Fanny was only just coming round from the whooping cough. Holidays were rather scarce with us, and when we took one we generally arranged some little treat, and went in for enjoying ourselves. On this occasion we were starting off from Hammersmith to the Alexandra Palace in all the dignity of a four-wheeler. What with the wife and her sister, and Tommy and Fanny and Jack, the inside was pretty well filled up, so I had to look out for myself. I didn’t adopt the plan of John Gilpin under similar circumstances, but I took my waterproof and climbed up beside the driver.
By Samiya khan 4 days ago in History
As Hurricane Beryl moves toward the Caribbean, it is predicted to strengthen into a major storm that is "extremely dangerous."
As Hurricane Beryl, the first storm of the 2024 Atlantic season, moves toward the Caribbean, it is expected to be a rapid intensification into a major hurricane. A powerful storm of that nature should come with potentially life-threatening storm surges and pounding hurricane-force winds as it approaches Barbados and the Windward Islands.
By Billy Williams4 days ago in History
John Singleton Copley’s Watson and the Shark (1778
It’s too late to save the leg, which has been bitten off below the knee. But Brook Watson, the floating blonde youth depicted in Copley’s oil painting, will be rescued from the jaws of this tiger shark and go on to enjoy a long life as a London merchant, becoming Lord Mayor in 1796 and a baronet in 1803. His rise bred envy: “in spite of his later elevation”, wrote one of Copley’s detractors, “there are those whose sympathy is with the shark”.
By Samiya khan 5 days ago in History