Anthony Arcane
Anthony Arcane is an experienced explorer, archaeologist, academic, adventure-athlete, and classicist with a focus on hostile environments and ritual landscapes. Arcane's focus is emphasized through the study of material culture and ancient texts in: Greek, Roman, Celtic, Viking and Late Norse, Egyptian, Scythian, Native American, and the Ancient Kingdoms of Britain. Arcane founded Horizons International Archaeological and Environmental Co. Arcane has been approached by National Geographic and the Discovery Channel due to his intense passion for the ancient world.
Articles by Anthony Arcane
6 Divine Aspects of Thoth in Ancient EgyptThoth was one of the most important gods in ancient Egypt. He was a god who bestowed knowledge and wisdom.
Amun: The Egyptian God of Creation & King of the GodsAmun was a native god of Thebes. After his fusion with Ra, he became known as Amun-Ra and Egypt's supreme god.
Amun was a native god of Thebes. After his fusion with Ra, he became known as Amun-Ra and Egypt's supreme god.
Diego: The First Escaped Slave to Almost Circumnavigate the WorldOften overshadowed by his captain, Sir Francis Drake, Diego was just as enigmatic and beguiling as the famous mariner. Who was Diego the circumnavigator?
Often overshadowed by his captain, Sir Francis Drake, Diego was just as enigmatic and beguiling as the famous mariner. Who was Diego the circumnavigator?
Egyptian Demons: Guardians and WandersThe Ancient Egyptians were surrounded not just by towering pyramids and exotic gods and goddesses but also by terrifying ancient Egyptian demons.
The Ancient Egyptians were surrounded not just by towering pyramids and exotic gods and goddesses but also by terrifying ancient Egyptian demons.
7 Facts about Francis Drake, the English Pirate-HeroSir Francis Drake, a pirate turned English hero, is perhaps the most renowned nautical figure in English history.
Sir Francis Drake, a pirate turned English hero, is perhaps the most renowned nautical figure in English history.
4 of Greek Mythology’s Real-World LocationsHere are 4 locations that inspired Greek mythology or were believed to have housed legendary figures.
The Cultural Achievements of the Aztecs: More than ConquerorsThe Aztecs are often associated with war and human sacrifice but there was a lot more to them and their culture.
The Aztecs are often associated with war and human sacrifice but there was a lot more to them and their culture.
Kingdom of Scotland: Key Moments That Shaped Its HistoryWith an 864-year existence, the Kingdom of Scots was home to many remarkable events and significant figures.
Picts: The Mysterious People of Early ScotlandMysterious stones with cryptic symbols, silver treasure hoards, and crumbling ruins. The Picts appear to be a fabled people of Scotland, yet they are very real and very fascinating.
Mysterious stones with cryptic symbols, silver treasure hoards, and crumbling ruins. The Picts appear to be a fabled people of Scotland, yet they are very real and very fascinating.
What Are the Enigmatic Pictish Stones?Pictish stones are the enigmatic remnants of a group that once struck fear into the hearts of the Roman empire while sparking curiosity in the minds of scholars today.
Amazons in Greek Art: Why Do They Look Like Scythians?Separate races or one and the same? How does one differentiate Amazons from Scythians in Greek art?
Separate races or one and the same? How does one differentiate Amazons from Scythians in Greek art?
5 Myths About the Amazons (And How to Spot Them in Greek Art)Warriors and hunters, the Amazons were a nation of women that intimidated the mightiest warriors and empires in Greek mythology.
Warriors and hunters, the Amazons were a nation of women that intimidated the mightiest warriors and empires in Greek mythology.