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1. 10 Killer Tactics From the Secret World of Ancient Assassins

   ... the Islamic World . [Online] Available at: https://books.google.com.ec/books?id=GU7uAAAAMAAJ&redir_esc=y J.T.O. ...

   Sarah P Young - 26/03/2019 - 22:03

2. The Majestic Legacy of Fatehpur Sikri: A Masterful Mughal City

   ... of Islamic Architecture . Available at:  https://books.google.co.in/books?id=9A-EAgAAQBAJ&source=gbs_navlinks_s . ...

   Sahir - 11/02/2023 - 13:51

3. The Achaean League’s Struggle and Beginnings of Federalism

   The Achaean League was a confederation of Greek city states based on the Peloponnese Peninsula. There were, as a matter of fact, two Achaean Leagues in Greece’s history. The original Achaean League was formed during the 5th century BC but was dissolved in the following century. The second Achaean League was formed during the 3rd century BC and lasted until the 2nd century BC.

   dhwty - 06/05/2020 - 14:03

4. Why Did the Humble Crook and Flail Symbolism Appeal to the Pharaohs?

   ... Dynastic Egypt . Routledge Available at: https://play.google.com/store/books/author?id=Toby+A.H.+Wilkinson Why Did ...

   Michelle Freson - 07/05/2020 - 19:14

5. The Silent Language of the Megalithic Builders

   Our understanding of the methods of design involved before any British prehistoric structure was physically built, that is from the moment when its form had been conceived in someone’s mind up to the point to when its construction commenced, needs further investigation.

   Dr. John Hill - 17/02/2022 - 22:00

6. Wearing of the Veil Traditions Throughout History

   There is perhaps no piece of clothing in history that has caused more controversy than the veil. Currently, protests to raise awareness of the tragic death of Mahsa Amini, a lady who died after being arrested by Iran’s morality police for allegedly breaking hijab laws. Meanwhile, in India, female Muslim students are suing the Indian government in order to secure being able to wear the veil to class. So while in some ways a veil can be seen as a symbol of oppression, others see it as a symbol of freedom of choice.

   Robbie Mitchell - 16/11/2022 - 21:59

7. Wild Men of the Ancient World: Legends Across the Globe Tell of a Humanoid Beast – Are They Real?

   Man-like beasts appear in myths and legends of cultures around the globe.

   Sarah P Young - 13/08/2019 - 14:01

8. Has the Enigmatic Voynich Manuscript Code Finally Been Cracked?

   ... Mass Collaboration Changes Everything.   https://books.google.com.co/books?id=-WUhErZgmpoC&pg=PA24&redir_esc=y ...

   ashley cowie - 12/03/2019 - 19:16

9. Nesshenge Revisited: How Does the Reproduction Neolithic Henge Look 15 Years On?

   It is not every day that one gets the opportunity to build a replica Neolithic henge earthwork. Moreover, after 15 years of “weathering”, one is amazingly surprised to see that it not only survives but has partly contributed to the enjoyment of the thousands of visitors to Merseyside’s Ness Botanic Gardens. Christened “Nesshenge” by the Antiquity Journal, my replica henge now represents an ongoing archaeological experiment for serious study.

   Dr. John Hill - 03/04/2024 - 18:00

10. Lindow Man – What Killed England’s Oldest Celebrity?

    Lindow Man, officially known as Lindow II, is the name given to a bog body that was discovered in Cheshire, North West England. Radiocarbon dating of Lindow Man shows that he lived around the 1st century AD. Additionally, examination of the body shows that Lindow Man died a violent death.

    dhwty - 25/03/2020 - 22:05

11. Elizabeth Brownrigg: Child Abuse and Murder in the 18th Century

    On the morning of Monday, September 14th, 1767, in the Tyburn Gallows, a 47 year-old Elizabeth Brownrigg stood in a cart awaiting her execution by a noose.

    B. B. Wagner - 05/11/2019 - 23:02

12. Bactria - The Bountiful, Sought-after Region of Ancient History

    ... vast Bactrian landscapes. Who Was Ibn Sina and Why is He a Google Doodle? Extraordinary Buddhist Sculptures Unearthed in ...

    Aleksa Vučković - 02/10/2021 - 14:43

13. Piecing Together the Lost Mitanni Empire

    ... .  Oxford University Press. Available at: https://books.google.com.bo/books?id=1GkLEAAAQBAJ&dq=mitanni&hl=es&lr= De ...

    Robbie Mitchell - 30/09/2022 - 01:53

14. Buried Alive: The Terrifying History of Death by Immurement

    Immurement is a practice whereby a person is enclosed within a confined space with no exits. Normally, a person who is immured is left in that space till he/she dies, either of dehydration or starvation. In cases where a person is buried alive, asphyxiation may be the cause of death instead. 

    dhwty - 22/06/2021 - 22:56

15. Uncovering the Truth Behind Matriarchal Societies in the Ancient World

    A theme common amongst the mythology of ancient cultures is a belief in the existence of a Golden Age, when humans lived uncorrupted, in peace and harmony, experiencing prosperity and societal stability. While the theme is common, there is much variation in its form and detail across those cultures.

    Philip Jamieson - 07/03/2019 - 19:01

16. Blood, Tears, and Oil: The Bloody History of the Walled City of Baku

    Today Baku is most well known for being the capital of the Azerbaijan Republic. Thousands of tourists every year flock to Baku to visit the Walled City of Baku and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs and its Maiden Tower. As tourists walk the ancient streets today and take in the sights they’re probably unaware that from the 12th century BC until well into the 20th century, Baku was in a near-constant state of bloody turmoil. Few cities have been put through the wringer as many times as the Walled City of Baku.

    Robbie Mitchell - 09/07/2022 - 22:44

17. Ancient Purification Rituals: Exploring Cleansing and Spiritual Renewal

    Throughout history cultures from around the world have recognized the importance of purification rituals to cleanse and renew the body, mind, and spirit. These ancient practices were deeply embedded in the beliefs of a multitude of religions as well as different regions' cultural traditions and spiritual ideologies.

    Robbie Mitchell - 25/08/2023 - 18:57

18. Sex, Scandal, and Allure: The Erotic Art of Shun-ga from Edo to Early Modern Japan

    In the year 1770, within a large village house by the bustling city of Edo, Japan (modern day Tokyo City), a large collective of apprentices studied under their teacher, Utagawa Toyoharu, in observation of his mastery of the Ukiyo-e style. Though these young artists were expected to master it, they used it to create something else far more provocative. At a point in their future professional careers, they were all commissioned to create shun-ga.

    B. B. Wagner - 21/07/2019 - 22:08

19. My Name Is Heracles, And I Have Father Issues

    The story of Heracles is considered one of the oldest of the Greek myths. Heracles’ popularity stretched from the western world to the far reaches of northern India.

    B. B. Wagner - 15/08/2019 - 22:59

20. Live the Legend: 8 Mythical Places That Actually Exist

    When it comes to ancient mythology it can sometimes be difficult to separate fact from fiction. While most myths are obviously fictional, they often contain at least a grain of truth. The ancients had to get their inspiration from somewhere. For example, the locations of some of the most popular myths are based on or set in real places. Here we have a list of mythical places that actually exist.

    Robbie Mitchell - 29/11/2022 - 00:52

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