History
What Ragnarok Tells Us about the Norse Cosmos
One can get a better picture of the structure of the world in which the tales of Norse mythology occur after closely analyzing the the implication of the events of Ragnarok. […]
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The Survivors of Ragnarok
Though Ragnarok signals the end of the world as it burns in flames that reach the stars, the eventual sinking of the world into the sea doesn’t necessarily mean the end of everything. […]
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Events That Preceded the Final Battle of Ragnarok
To know when Ragnarok comes, there are certain signs that one can look forward to since they foretell the end of times. The first sign is the unending winter that will last three years. […]
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French Invasion and Expulsion of the Medici Family
The French invasion of Italy when it was composed of smaller city-states would later be regarded as the end of a period of relative peace and cultural brilliance. Eventually, it would give birth to the concept of nation-state. […]
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Piero de’ Medici’s Problems: Inherited or His Own Doing?
After Lorenzo de’ Medici passed away, his son, Piero, took his place. Piero, unlike his father, was reckless in his decision-making and drowned in his own pride. […]
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Girolamo Savonarola and the Medici
Girolamo Savonarola frequently suggested in his sermons that Lorenzo de Medici kept the city enthralled with lavish civic celebrations in order to distract and stupefy the Florentine populace into submission. […]
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Lorenzo de Medici’s Health in His Final Days
Though Lorenzo de Medici had the severe disadvantage of living with gout, he remained strong in his will to work and travel outside of Florence if the need arose. […]
European History
“Understanding Russia” Shows Centuries of Global Influence, Imperialism
Media accounts of Russian imperialism as “new” are a misnomer. The large, populous nation has exerted its influence on the global stage for several centuries. Wondrium’s “Understanding Russia: A Cultural History” sets the record straight. […]
European History
“Understanding Russia” Presenter Wants History to Create Empathy
History can do more than teach us about rulers and revolutions. Historical figures, from peasants to emperors, were people like us with full lives who faced hard choices. Lynne Ann Hartnett hopes we can use history to teach us empathy. […]
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Japanese Films in the ’80s: Highlighting the Absurdity of Middle-class Life
In the 1980s, as the economy of Japan was rising, there were complaints about existential crises. There was nagging concern about the absurdity and danger of social conformity. […]