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From Enlightenment to Ethnikofrosini: Greek Nationalism and Cross-Cultural Exchange 1870–1970
George Purdy explores the history and influence of Greek nationalism, particularly how it was shaped by transnational ideas, Enlightenment thought, and mass migrations.
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A Monument of Industry
Emiley Beasley explores the history of the Greendykes Shale Bing.
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From Pagan Sage to Islamic Prophet of Science: The Reinterpretation of Hermes Trismegistus
This article by Manahil Masood examines the evolution of Hermes Trismegistus from a Graeco-Egyptian figure to an Islamic prophet of science. It explores his integration into Islamic intellectual traditions, showing how Hellenistic philosophies shaped his reinterpretation. By analyzing this syncretism, the study highlights Hermes’ role as a bridge between pagan and monotheistic beliefs.
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Surreality Before Surrealism: Divine Dreamscape and the Enigma of Giorgio de Chirico
Molly Marsella discusses the Surrealist movement, conceptualized by André Breton, emphasising the power of the unconscious and the “marvellous” through images, dreams, and automatism. Giorgio de Chirico’s metaphysical works exemplify these ideas, blending reality with dreamlike elements. Breton’s admiration for de Chirico underscores their shared exploration of profound, supernatural truths within art.
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National Communism and Personal Power: Ceauşescu’s Dictatorship and Romania’s Eastern Bloc Exception, 1965-1989
Seanryan Lai discusses the regime of Nicolae Ceauşescu (1965–1989) one of Eastern Europe’s most eccentric dictators. Unique among Eastern Bloc states, Romania pursued independent policies away from Soviet control. This created “national communism,” fusing Marxist-Leninism with Romanian nationalism and a strong cult of personality
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Bong Joon Ho’s Spooking: Miasma, Geometry, and Redness in Parasite
Harry Fry explores the theme of shared corruption in the movie Parasite.
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The Lebanese-Armenian Community: Diasporic Nationalism, Positive Neutrality, and Post-War Decline
Connie Greatrix explores the policy of ‘positive neutrality’ adopted by Lebanese-Armenian political parties, discussing how this was motivated by aspirations of community survival.
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The Domestic Female Renaissance: Enacting Power Behind Closed Doors
Abby Hughes details how second wave feminism inspired a reexamination of the experience of women in the Renaissance.
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