Changes and continuities over time in Russia from 1815-1839.

An brief introduction to the famous Philosopher, Parmenides, written by my fourteen year-old son, Lewis.

An analysis of how “modernized” came to mean “westernized”.

The cynical gay man’s take on Valentine’s Day.

Comparing Western Europe and the Byzantine Empire.

What are these terms, and how are they connected to each other?

The period of 1760 to 1851 was marked by huge leaps in the technological and industrial fronts of man and gave rise to the manufacturing powerhouse of Western nations in Europe. Such growth was in effect a byproduct of numerous influences and has profound impact on the world as we now know today.

Born in Mitchell, Indiana, Sam Bass left home at age 18 and headed for Texas. During his brief life, he worked as a teamster, farmer, cowboy, gambler, and robber. In 1874 he befriended Joel Collins, and two years later they trailed north on a cattle drive.

How Western political thought, such as democracy, was influenced by other political systems throughout history.

How merchants lived and became rich during the 13th and 14th centuries.