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French Impressionism in Scotland: An Analysis of Before the Performance by Edgar Degas
Edgar Degas, a key figure in the Impressionist movement, shifted artistic focus from traditional scenes to urban leisure and ballet. Emily Jones considers how his work, Before the Performance, exemplifies this modern approach and reflects Scotland’s evolving art scene.
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Dancing Dissidents: The Soviet Culture of Ballet as a Form of Repression and Revolt
In the Soviet era, ballet served as a propaganda tool reflecting state ideology, suppressing artistic freedom while promoting Russian superiority. Kate Taylor discusses ballet’s defectors such as Nureyev and Baryshnikov to reveal how it was a tool which shaped West-USSR relations until 1991.
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Sun to Silence: Türkiye’s Embarrassing Attempt at Creating a New Language
Language evolution has been a remarkable part of human history that has played a major role in developing new identities and ways of expression. Ami John discusses how the attempt to create a state-sponsored language theory in Turkey ultimately failed.
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“Princess, Queen, Icon”: Has Popular Culture Transformed How We Think of the Monarch?
Logan McKinnon’s piece discusses Andy Warhol’s artistic portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II, exploring how his work reflects cultural commentary, the fusion of art and consumerism, and the evolving image of the monarchy within the context of popular culture.
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Torches of Freedom: Smoking and Female Masculinity in France’s Early Twentieth Century
The cultural symbol of the cigarette is most often associated with men. Leila Hajek recasts the cultural history of the cigarette, discussing women’s appropriation of the traditionally masculine aesthetic in early-twentieth century France.
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Girdles and Charms: Notes on Women’s Healthcare and Christian and Jewish Practices Surrounding Birth During the Medieval Period
The article examines medieval birth practices, highlighting the roles of women and midwives in Christianity and Judaism. Helene Chaligne discusses the significance of birth girdles, charms, and relevant contemporary literature while querying historical perspectives on women’s healthcare involvement.
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The Last Cavalier? The Complicated Legacy of George Armstrong Custer
Sam Mackenzie imagines George Armstrong Custer through his complex legacy of heroism, controversy, and his actions against Native Americans.
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The Venice Charter 1964: Its Place in Modern-Day Heritage Preservation
Emma Donaldson explores how the challenges of post-war Europe prompted the evolution of heritage preservation through the Venice Charter.
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