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An Introduction to Sexuality in Ancient Greek & Roman Culture

by CaSundara in Sexuality, November 19, 2009
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The Romans and the Greeks conceived of sex and sexuality differently than we do and, until recent decades, historians were unwilling or unable to reveal their findings accurately. However, the latest academic research gives us a much better understanding of sex and sexuality in Classical Antiquity.

Expand Your Vocabulary

by Lucas Dié in Languages, November 18, 2009
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Writing is using your vocabulary to the fullest. To become an even better writer, it is essential that you keep on expanding your vocabulary. Writing doesn’t do that for you, but reading will.

Ancient Greek Festivals

by RCathey in History, November 4, 2009
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A high school level paper on ancient Greek festivals.

Greek Mazes, Monsters, Menages a Trois (And Bestiality to Boot)

by Jackie118 in History, October 25, 2009
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Knossos (Crete) has, for at least the last 100 years or so, been considered as the site of the Labyrinth which held the mighty minotaur but have we been led up the wrong path?

Greek Mythology: Zeus

by Jamas in Folklore, October 18, 2009
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Brief history of Zeus in Greek Mythology.

Alexander The Great

by duffman197 in History, October 18, 2009
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Throughout history, many people have had a lasting influence on culture. However, few have had such a profound impact as Alexander the Great.

Strange Deaths: Some Unusual and Unfortunate Exits

by Mr Ghaz in Death, October 4, 2009
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In September 1927 dancer Isadora Duncan happened to express her admiration for a Bugatti sports car owned by Benoit Falchetto, a garage owner in Nice. Anticipating that Isadora’s interest might extend to purchasing it, Falchetto offered to take her for a test drive. Since Isadora was lightly dressed, with only a silk scarf around her shoulders, Falchetto offered her his leather driving coat. But she declined. “Good-bye, my friends, I am off to glory,” she called out, theatrically throwing her scarf behind her as the Bugatti pulled away. Seconds later the trailing scarf became entangled in one wheel of the car, and Isadora was strangled.

The Fall of Rome

by Kdog2780 in History, September 30, 2009
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Just a brief discussion on why I believe Rome fell around 463A.D (Internal and external Influences)

Some Information About Some of The Greek Gods

by Kaulus7 in Folklore, September 27, 2009
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Not a lot but should give you good info on these gods.

Who Was Parmenides?

by CaSundara in Philosophy, September 19, 2009
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An brief introduction to the famous Philosopher, Parmenides, written by my fourteen year-old son, Lewis.

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