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Storytelling has long connected humanity through the written word. These stories educate us about the past and present of our culture and society.
Any meaningful attempt to grasp Albert Einstein’s genius must begin with the influences and circumstances that shaped his early life and education.
Catherine de Medici, also known as the ‘Serpent Queen’, was already a powerful member of the Medici dynasty when she married King Henry II of France, thus sealing her place in history.
Not only was Albert Einstein history’s greatest physicist, but also a passionate humanitarian, philosopher, and pacifist.
Did the notorious Russian mystic and faith healer Grigori Rasputin really play a part in the Russian Revolution through his association with Tsar Nicholas II?
History is littered with examples of historical inaccuracies, many of which, despite being contested, are still a part of our common vernacular.
Every year on March 17, hundreds of thousands celebrate the patron saint of Ireland with parades, corned beef, and green-colored everything, but what is this holiday actually for?
London Bridge has a long and complicated history, with several different versions being constructed throughout history.
Leah Chase was a leading chef, civil rights activist, and art collector of the 20th century, who made a significant contribution to American culture.